LP PLA2
Lp-PLA2 Activity
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB5162
Synonyms:
Lp-PLA2
Lipoprotein associated phospholipase A2
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube or lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate serum or plasma from cells within two hours of collection.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerate
Stability:
Frozen - 18 months
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 24 hours
Unacceptable Condition:
Hemolyzed samples; excessive turbidity; clots in samples.
CPT Codes:
83698 - LP-PLA2 Activity (EAP 30121610)
Method:
Spectrophotometric, enzymatic assay