REF MISC

MMP7

Synonyms:
Matrix Metalloproteinase 7
MMP-7
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
serum gel tube or plain red-top
Specimen Type:

Serum

Preferred Volume:
1.0 mL (Minimum requested collection volume of blood: 1.5 mL)
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL serum
Collection Procedure:

Place specimen on ice after collection and deliver to lab immediately. 

Specimen Processing:

Spin, separate and freeze within 2 hours of collection.
Freeze immediately after processing.

Store and Transport:
Keep frozen and ship on dry ice
Stability:

>6 months frozen

CPT Codes:

83519

Reference Ranges:
Clinical Significance:
Order for patients with elevated direct bilirubin and clinically suspected of Biliary Atresia.
Clinical correlation is particularly important in premature babies.
Reflex Test :

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