Apolipoprotein B Blood Test

An apolipoprotein B blood test is useful in evaluating the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and monitoring treatment for high cholesterol.

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LabCorp

Test Code: 167015

CPT Code: 82172

Also Known As: ApoB100; Apolipoprotein B; Apo B; Apolipoprotein (B)

Methodology:

Immunologic

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

Fasting 12-14 hours required.

Test Results:

3-4 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Sample Report

Test Code: 5224

CPT Code: 82172

Also Known As: ApoB100; Apolipoprotein B; Apo B; Apolipoprotein (B)

Methodology:

Nephelometry

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

Fasting 12-14 hours required.

Test Results:

3-4 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

LDL is referenced as the "bad" cholesterol due to the damage it can cause the heart if the levels are too high. Apolipoprotein is the main protein in LDL cholesterol and its job is to measure the amount of the "bad" cholesterol in the blood. High levels could point to high cholesterol which could potentially lead to heart disease.

This test might be ordered if one has had the following: