Test ID BLOD0147 Aldolase, Serum
Useful For
Detection of muscle disease
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Within 1 hour of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerated.
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
Frozen | 60 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysMethod Name
Photometric
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
82085
Reporting Name
Aldolase, SReference Values
<18 years: <14.5 U/L
≥18 years: <7.7 U/L
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. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.
Secondary ID
606872SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
Result Code | Result Code Description |
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240 | Aldolase |