Oxidized LDL
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
The oxidized LDL test may be ordered for individuals at low or intermediate risk of metabolic syndrome or cardiovascular disease. In addition, this test is useful in individuals who have cardiovascular disease and are at risk for an adverse cardiac event.
- OxLDL
Estimated days for results: Results should be available 8 business days after the sample is collected
Oxidized LDL Test
This test is designed for people who might be at low or intermediate risk for conditions like metabolic syndrome or cardiovascular disease. It's also recommended for those who already have cardiovascular disease and are considered at risk for a serious heart-related event. The OxLDL test helps in assessing the risk and guiding treatment options.
This test is designed for people who might be at low or intermediate risk for conditions like metabolic syndrome or cardiovascular disease. It's also recommended for those who already have cardiovascular disease and are considered at risk for a serious heart-related event. The OxLDL test helps in assessing the risk and guiding treatment options.
Who should consider this test?
Providers might suggest this test if you're at risk for heart disease or metabolic syndrome, even if you're currently showing no symptoms. It's a proactive step in managing and understanding your heart health risks.
What type of sample is required for this test?
0.5 mL serum
Test Resources
Information currently not available.
4–6 business days
<60 U/L
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 0.5 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (Cold Packs)
- Specimen Stability:
- Refrigerated: 5 days
- Frozen: -20° C: 21 days, -70° C: 28 days
- Reject Criteria: NA
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
