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Lead, Blood

Test Code: 599

CPT Code(s): 83655

Includes: Lead, Blood

Methodology: Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS) or Atomic Spectroscopy
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnotics Nichols Institute, Chantilly, VA. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

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Lipase

Test Code: 606

CPT Code(s): 83690

Methodology: Spectrophotometry (SP)

Clinical Significance: Confirmatory evidence for diagnosis of pancreatitis.

Alternative Name(s): Pancreatic lipase; LIP; Lipase, serum

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Lyme Disease Antibody w/ Reflex to Blot (IgG, IgM)

Test Code: 6646

CPT Code(s): 86618

Includes: If Lyme Disease Antibody Screen is Equivocal or Positive, Lyme Disease Antibodies (IgG, IgM), Immunoblot will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86617 x2).

Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)

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Lithium

Test Code: 613

CPT Code(s): 80178

Methodology: Atomic Spectoscopy/ISE

Clinical Significance: Lithium is used to treat manic-depressive disorders and the manic phase of affective disorders, including mania. The therapeutic window is relatively small. Therapeutic drug monitoring is useful to optimize dose and avoid toxicity.

Alternative Name(s): None

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Lipid Panels

LIPID PANEL
Test Code: 7600
CPT Code(s): 80061
Includes: Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides, LDL-Cholesterol (calculated), Cholesterol/HDL Ratio (calculated) Non-HDL Cholesterol