Test ID BLOD1152 Hepatic Function Panel Less Than 1 Month
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum (preferred)
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum (preferred)
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/gel) tube - Plasma
Specimen should be protected from light. Prompt separation of serum/plasma from cells is essential.
Fasting is preferred.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
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Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL (pediatric minimum) |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | 24 hours | |
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Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Test includes: Alkaline phosphatase, AST, ALT, Total Bilirubin, Indirect Bilirubin, Direct Bilirubin, Albumin and Total Protein.
Methodology
See individual tests
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
80076