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Albumin, Body Fluid

Message
Include specimen source with order


Test Code
FALB


Preferred Specimen
5 mL fluid


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Fluid in lithium heparin tube


Transport Container
Leak proof container


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 7 days, Refrigerated: 7 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted specimen


Setup Schedule
24/7


Report Available
Same day




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.