Test directory: Apolipoprotein B

Ordering Code 203
Test Name Apolipoprotein B
Alias Apo B
Preferred Specimen Serum
Preferred Container SST (Gold)
Other Specimen/Container Serum in Plain (Red)
Optimum Volume 2 mL
Collection Instructions Fasting specimen
Fasting for at least 12 hours is required.
Transport Requirements Oahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability Ambient: 72 Hours
Refrigerated: 10 Days
Frozen: 3 Months
Rejection Criteria Ambient
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time Up to 6 Days
Methodology Fixed Rate Time Nephelometry
Reference Lab  Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI
Insurance Pre-Authorization  HAWAII MEDICAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of June 1, 2025.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
Apolipoprotein B ALL See report.