Biochemistry
| Full details for "Triglyceride ". | |
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Name |
Triglyceride |
Alternative name/Profile |
Lipid Profile |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Triglycerides (serum) are useful as part of lipoprotein profiling in investigating risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Serum triglycerides can also be used to investigate potential causes of pancreatitis. Fluid triglycerides are used in investigating potential chylous effusions. |
Specimen type |
Serum / Fluid |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5ml - Red Tube / Universal container - 5ml |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
1 day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Fast for 10 hours overnight, water is allowed.
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Related links |
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Reference range |
Serum: 0.5 - 1.70 mmol/L Fluid mmol/L - Reference intervals not available. (Please note that this test is outside the scope of ISO15189 accreditation.) |
Last updated |
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:52:32 IST |