Apolipoprotein A1 is the major protein component of HDL in plasma. ApoA1 promotes cholesterol efflux from tissues to the liver for excretion, and is a co-factor for LCAT. Abnormal expression is associated with HDL deficiencies e.g. Tangier’s and ApoA1 is often used as a biomarker for prediction of cardiovascular disease.
Tube
01 (SE) – Serum Gel
ID
Tests&Tubes0154
Additional Information
This test is only routinely available for the lipid clinic. Otherwise, please discuss request with the Duty Biochemist on 0113 39 26922 option 2
Turn Around
Turnaround time stated by Newcastle: 3 days
Send to
Blood Sciences LGI
(Test referred to: Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary)
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected]
Advice
Full information on all referred tests can be found on the referred tests information database, EQMS reference BSF2REC17003
Collection Con
Instructions to lab: Centrifuge, separate serum, store in fridge. Lithium heparin plasma also acceptable.
Minimum volume:1 mL serum (0.5mL for paediatrics)
Sample REQ
Blood
Ref. Range Notes
Male: 1.04-2.02 g/L
Female: 1.08-2.25 g/L
Units
g/L