Lipid Panel (Standard)

Fasting Required
CPT: 80061
Lipids

What This Test Measures

Measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL (calculated), and triglycerides; standard cardiovascular risk screening.

Preparation

Fasting required (8-12 hours)
Fasting 9–12 hours required for triglycerides and LDL calculation. Recent high-fat meals, alcohol, and illness affect results. Draw in the morning.

General guidelines only. Requirements vary by lab and individual. Confirm with your provider before adjusting any medications.

Turnaround Time

Varies by lab

Clinical Notes

LDL calculated by Friedewald equation; unreliable when TG >400; most-ordered lipid test

ICD-10 Codes

Common diagnosis codes associated with this test. Codes are assigned by your provider.

E11.9Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
E78.5Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
I10Essential (primary) hypertension
Z13.220Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

Self-Pay Pricing

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DrSays

Uses LabCorp draw centers · Not available in NY, NJ, RI, HI, ND, or VT · Membership may be required

$8.00Order
Ulta Lab Tests

Uses Quest Diagnostics network; generally lowest DTC prices; not available in NY, NJ, RI

$22.95Order
Walk-In Lab

Uses both Quest and Labcorp networks; competitive pricing; broad test selection

$28.00Order
DirectLabs

Uses Quest Diagnostics network; good panel pricing; established DTC provider

$33.00Order
Life Extension

Uses Labcorp network; known for supplement company; competitive lab test pricing

$35.00Order
Request A Test

Uses Quest and Labcorp networks; offers both individual tests and discounted panels

$39.00Order
Personalabs

Uses Quest and Labcorp; no hidden draw or facility fees; moderate pricing

$39.00Order
HealthLabs.com

Uses Quest and Labcorp; strong panel bundling; results in 1-3 days

$39.00Order
Labcorp OnDemand

Labcorp consumer-direct platform; 2,000+ locations; results in 1-3 days

$49.00Order
Private MD Labs

Primarily uses Labcorp network; popular for hormone panels; higher individual test prices

$49.00Order
QuestDirect

Quest Diagnostics consumer-direct platform; results in 1-2 days; 2,100+ locations nationwide

$65.00Order

Lab Codes

Proprietary codes used by each lab for this test.

ARUP Laboratories
0020421(order_code)
DrSays
303756(order_code)
LabCorp
303756(order_code)
Mayo Clinic Labs
LPSC1(order_code)
Quest Diagnostics
7600(order_code)

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For informational purposes only

This page is for educational and research purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. ICD-10 and CPT codes are assigned by your healthcare provider. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before ordering any lab test or making decisions about your health.