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High-density Lipoprotein (HDL), Cholesterol Blood Test

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$42.00 $28.00

Total reviews 420


  • Tests Included: 1

  • Est. 5-7 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

HDL cholesterol is inversely related to the risk for cardiovascular disease. It increases following regular exercise, moderate alcohol consumption and with oral estrogen therapy. Decreased levels are associated with obesity, stress, cigarette smoking and diabetes mellitus.

$42.00 $28.00

  • Tests Included: 1

  • Est. 5-7 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

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HDL Cholesterol

  • Test Code: 608
  • CPT Code: 83718
  • Alternate Name: Cholesterol, HDL
  • Test Instructions : If an HDL cholesterol measurement is to be performed along with triglycerides, but not part of a lipid panel, then the patient should be fasting 9-12 hours prior to collection. If the HDL-cholesterol is ordered as part of a lipid panel then a fasting sample is not required.

    Please do not exercise prior to testing. It is best that your blood is taken in a rested state.

  • Fasting: Yes
  • Methodology: Spectrophotometry (SP)
  • Results In: 5-7

    Note: Turn around times on results are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, etc. You can contact us to discuss when your results should be ready and we will contact the lab on your behalf immediately.

Male                            (mg/dL)

<20 Years                     >45  

≥20 Years                     ≥40

Female                        (mg/dL)

<20 Years                     >45  

≥20 Years                     ≥50

$42.00 $28.00

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