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Apolipoproteins - A1, B (Blood)
Alternate Names
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APOA1, APO A1, APOB, APO B, Apolipoproteins, Apolipoprotein A1, Apolipoprotein B |
Test Code
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APO |
Testing Laboratory
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Biochemistry |
Specimen Type
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Blood |
Container Type
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Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert) ![]() |
Medicare Rebate
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No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf |
Out of Pocket Costs
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Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $30.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost |
Ordering Information
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A request for "Apolipoproteins" includes measurement of APO A1 and APO B. |
Collection Instructions
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Can combine with other Biochemistry tests requiring same tube type. |
Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
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Weekly |
Min Test Volume
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1mL |
Add On Test Suitability
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This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection. |
Container ID
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S, SP |
Laboratory Instructions
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None |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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