Test Library

Preferred Specimen(s) 1.0 mL Serum

Instruction 12 hours fasting is required

Transport Container Plastic screw-cap vial

Transport Temperature Refrigerated 8 days

Reject Criteria

  • Gross hemolysis,
  • Hyperlipemia

Methodology Nephelometry

Clinical Significance Apolipoprotein A1 is the primary protein associated with HDL cholesterol. Like HDL cholesterol, increased concentrations are associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.