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Cholesteryl Sulfate, Serum/Plasma — Substance Concentration

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

A blood test that measures cholesteryl sulfate, a cholesterol-containing compound, in serum or plasma to help evaluate lipid metabolism.

Quick summary

["This test measures the amount of cholesteryl sulfate in your blood and is interpreted alongside your other lipid results."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
74517-4
Short code
Cholest Sulf SerPl-sCnc
Synonyms
Cholest Sulf SerPl-sCnc
Category
lipid
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

Cholesteryl sulfate is a cholesterol-containing compound found in the body. This test measures its concentration in serum or plasma, the liquid portion of a blood sample.

Why might I need this test?

This test may be ordered as part of an evaluation of cholesterol metabolism or lipid-related disorders. It is uncommon and is generally interpreted with other laboratory and clinical findings.

How is the test performed?

A blood sample is drawn from a vein and separated into serum or plasma. The laboratory then measures the amount of cholesteryl sulfate using an appropriate testing method.

How do I prepare for the test?

No special preparation is usually required unless your healthcare professional gives specific instructions. If fasting is requested, follow those directions exactly before the blood draw.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Cholesteryl Sulfate

Frequently asked questions

Does this test require fasting?
Not always. Fasting is generally needed only if your clinician specifically requests it or orders the test as part of a broader lipid evaluation.
Is cholesteryl sulfate the same as dietary cholesterol?
No. It is a cholesterol-containing compound made by the body and carried within blood lipoproteins; it is not the same as the cholesterol you eat.
Can I interpret this result on its own?
It is best interpreted alongside other cholesterol tests and your medical history. Ask your healthcare professional to review the complete laboratory report.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy