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HelpEpic Test Code LAB1015 Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein
Additional Codes
MML Code: FA1GP
Reporting Name
Alpha-1-Acid GlycoproteinSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Note: Overnight fasting is preferred.
Bassett Healthcare Network Clinical Laboratories
Note:
Blood Tube Draw Volume
Min 50% draw volume
- 50% of the tube fill volume is required for proper blood to additive ratio.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |
Reject Due To
| Other | Received room temperature |
Reference Values
Adults: 39 – 115 mg/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
4 to 12 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols InstituteCPT Code Information
82985
NY State Approved
YesMethod Name
Fixed Rate Time Nephelometry