Lab Testing

Product Description

Please note, this test is performed by LabCorp and will not require a physical test kit to complete your draw. DHA Laboratory will send you a list of local LabCorp Patient Service Centers, patient prep instructions and a requisition form via email. Please print the requisition form and bring that in with you to LabCorp to complete your draw. If you have any questions about the tests, the testing process, or need help with your lab order at any time, please feel free to contact DHA Laboratory at T: (847) 222-9546 / E: info@dhalab.com

**Note: All laboratory testing requires an authorizing physician. DHA Laboratory offers a patient direct program that partners you with an authorizing physician. If you have any additional questions regarding the availability of testing, please contact our laboratory by telephone or email.**

Sample Type: Blood

Turnaround Time: 1 Week

Performing Laboratory: LabCorp

Used as a management tool for high-risk patients with conditions including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease (CVD), metabolic syndrome, mellitus, or patients who are statin-treated. The NMR LipoProfile acts as a guide to adjustment in therapy. Also used with other lipid testing to assist with the management of lipoprotein disorders associated with CVD.

Patient Preparation: Patient fasting is not required, however, in conditions where triglyceride values provide a priori diagnostic information, such as screening for familial hypercholesterolemia or early onset heart disease, pancreatitis, or confirming hypertriglyceridemia, the patient should be counseled to fast 12 to 14 hours prior to blood draw.