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HelpEpic Test Code LAB177 Albumin: Body Fluid
Performing Location(s)
BMC
Specimen Type
Body Fluid
Preferred Container
Red top tube
Alternate Container
Green top tube
Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing
0.5 mL Body Fluid
- Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.
Transportation Needs
Deliver specimen to the laboratory within 1 hour of collection. If not possible see “Storage Requirements”
Storage Requirements
Specimens not delivered to laboratory within 1 hour should be refrigerated.
See Causes of Rejection for temperature requirements.
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen
Specimen too viscous for analysis
Tubes without heparin may clot and lead to processing issues or rejections.
Oxalate or Sodium Fluoride
> 2 hours at Room Temperature
> 4 days Refrigerated
Reference Values
| Population | Units | Reference Range |
| All Populations | gm/dL | Not Established |
Includes
Fluid type and total volume indicated on report if provided on the requisition.
Days of Analysis
All
Available STAT
Yes
Additional Information
Indicate body fluid type and volume is appropriate on the laboratory requisition.
Methodology
Beckman AU/Dx Series
CPT Code
82042
Last Updated
29-July-19