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HelpEpic Test Code LAB101011 Adenosine Deaminase, Pleural Fluid
Additional Codes
MML:FADPF
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Pleural Fluid
Sources: Pleural Fluid
Container/Tube: Standard Transport Tube
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect Pleural fluid in a leak proof container; centrifuge specimen at room temperature, transfer 0.5 mL to standard tube and freeze. Ship frozen.
Note: Specimen must remain frozen until received at performing lab.
Specimen Type
Pleural FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleural Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Method Name
Quantitative Spectrometry
Reporting Name
Adenosine Deaminase Pleural FldReject Due To
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | Whole blood, Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) specimens, Turbid specimen |
Reference Values
0 - 30 U/L
NY State Approved
YesDay(s) Performed
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
1 to 8 daysCPT Code Information
84311