ALDOLASE
Aldolase
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3255
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Alternate Specimens:
Citrate, oxalate, fluoride, EDTA or heparin tube is also acceptable.
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate serum or plasma immediately after coagulation (30 minutes).
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen – 15 days
Refrigerated – 7 days
Room temperature – 1 day
Unacceptable Condition:
More than slightly hemolyzed specimens will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
82085 - Aldolase (EAP 30020528)
Method:
Kinetic - 340 nm at 37 C
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges