Department
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
SHDL
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0163
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
7 days 2-8°C
Synonyms
Cholesterol - High Density Lipoprotein, HDLc, HDL
Turnaround Time
4 hours
Available 24 hours
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Heparin (Microtainer)
Acceptable
- Plain(Microtainer)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.4
Last updated: 13/05/2026