ACES
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3328
Synonyms:
ACE
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
Stop administration of Captopril, Enalapril, or Lisinopril for 12 hours prior to venipuncture.
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate the serum from the cells at the time of collection.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Frozen - 7 months (Freeze/thaw cycles: stable x4)
Refrigerated - 10 days
Room temperature - 10 days
Unacceptable Condition:
1. Hemolyzed or icteric specimens.
2. Specimens other than serum samples.
CPT Codes:
82164 - Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (EAP 30020986)
Method:
Kinetic
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges