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HelpTest ID TGLBF Triglycerides, Body Fluid
Useful For
Distinguishing between chylous and nonchylous effusions
Determining if bleeding has occurred in a body fluid
Identifying iatrogenic effusions
Method Name
Colorimetry
Reporting Name
Triglycerides, BFSpecimen Type
Body FluidCollection Container/Tube: Sterile container
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge to remove any cellular material.
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Body Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Clinical Information
The presence of a chylous effusion, which results from lymphatic drainage into a body cavity, can be determined by identifying triglycerides and chylomicrons in the fluid.
Catheter-related iatrogenic effusions can be identified by determining the presence of intravenous solution constituents in the fluid.
Reference Values
Not applicable
Cautions
Cannot be performed on viscous fluids
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; Continuously
Report Available
Same day/ 1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Medical Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer’s instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
84478