| Test Name: |
Cardio IQ® Lp-PLA2 Activity |
| Test Code: |
2192577 |
| Alias: |
LAB12401
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| CPT Code(s): |
83698
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| Preferred Specimen: |
1 mL serum |
| Container: |
SST |
| Minimum Volume: |
0.5 mL |
| Collection Instructions: |
Patient preparation: Fasting is preferred, but not required.
Gently invert tube 5 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE. Allow specimen to completely clot. Centrifuge for 10 minutes. |
| Transport Temperature: |
Refrigerated |
| Stability: |
Room Temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 28 days
Frozen: 28 days |
| Rejection Criteria: |
Hemolysis • Moderate to grossly lipemic • Moderate to grossly icteric |
| Limitations: |
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes. |
| Schedule: |
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 3-4 days from receipt at CHL |
| Method: |
Enzymatic Assay (EZA) |
| Performing Lab: |
Quest Diagnostics, Valencia #94218 > CHL |
| Clinical Significance: |
Cardio IQ® Lp-PLA2 Activity - Lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2), also known as platelet activating factor Acetylhydrolase, is an inflammatory enzyme that circulates bound mainly to low density lipoproteins and has been found to be localized and enriched in atherosclerotic plaques. In multiple clinical trials, Lp-PLA2 activity has been shown to be an independent predictor of coronary heart disease and stroke in the general population. Measurement of Lp-PLA2 may be used along with traditional cardiovascular risk factor measures for identifying individuals at higher risk of cardiovascular disease events. Clinical management may include beginning or intensifying risk reduction strategies. The activity assay is an enzyme assay run on an automated chemistry platform. |
| Use: |
Updated: 5/2/2023 |
| Reference Ranges: |
Risk
Optimal ≤123 nmol/min/mL
High >123 nmol/min/mL |
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