Apolipoprotein A-I (ApoA-I) (301)

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Category:

CPT Code:

82172

Test Type: 1.0 mL Serum Kit Based Kit based
Reference Range:

Male

  • Optimal: >160 mg/dL
  • Borderline: 120–160 mg/dL
  • Increased Risk: <120 mg/dL

Female

  • Optimal: >180 mg/dL
  • Borderline: 140–180 mg/dL
  • Increased Risk: <140 mg/dL

Overview:

ApoA-I is a protein produced in both the liver and intestine. It provides structure to HDL particles as well as activates enzymes that add a fatty acid to cholesterol (esterifies cholesterol) and allows it to enter the core of HDL.

Methodology

Immunoturbidimetric

Collection Details:

Collection Instructions:

1.0 mL serum (0.5 mL minimum) collected in serum separator tube (SST/Tiger Top)

Refrigerated (ship on frozen cold packs)