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.
Clinical correlation is particularly important in premature babies.
Reflex Test :