The CPT code for Lipoprotein (HDL) is 83718. This code is used for the quantitative measurement of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in the blood, which is an important marker for cardiovascular health. Always check the latest coding updates or consult the American Medical Association for any changes.
83718 Lipoprotein, direct measurement; high density cholesterol
HDL is high density lipoprotein , Whilst LDL is low density lipoprotein .
The HDL-lipoprotein is the "good cholestrol".HDL is short for "High Density Lipoprotein".
HDL= High Density Lipoprotein (good cholesterol)
In a blood test, cholesterol levels are typically reported as part of a lipid panel, which includes total cholesterol, LDL (low-density lipoprotein), HDL (high-density lipoprotein), and triglycerides. The specific codes for cholesterol can vary by laboratory and region, but commonly used coding systems include CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes. For instance, the CPT code for a standard lipid panel is 80061, which encompasses total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. Always check with your lab for the exact coding used in your area.
(HDL) High Density Lipoprotein
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL).
NMR Lipoprotein test
HDL (high-density lipoprotein) has the highest amount of protein among lipoproteins.
OK so LDL is low density lipoprotein and HDL is high density lipoprotein. LDL is considered to be a bad cholesterol and HDL, a good colesterol. there is more on this topic here : http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=180
The two main types of lipoproteins are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). LDL is known as "bad" cholesterol because it can build up in the arteries, while HDL is known as "good" cholesterol because it helps remove LDL from the arteries.
HDL cholesterol is high-density lipoprotein cholesterol meaning that it is a heavier fat and is therefore more likely to clog arteries than LDL or low-density lipoprotein. Having low HDL is much more desirable than having high HDL.