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Alpha-2 Macroglobulin

Test Code
LAB1765


CPT Codes
83883

Preferred Specimen
Red no-additive no-gel


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Avoid hemolysis. Overnight fasting is preferred. Collect 1 mL serum from a red-top tube (no additive) (preferred). Place serum in a sterile, plastic screw-capped vial. Serum separator tubes are acceptable. Ship refrigerated (cold packs).


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 3 months


Methodology
Fixed Rate Time Nephelometry



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.