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Albumin, Body Fluid
Test CodeLAB177
Alias/See Also
Fluid Albumin Level, ALBFL
CPT Codes
82042
Preferred Specimen
Body fluid (ie, ascitic fluid, pleural fluid, etc). Note: This test is not used for urine.
SST preferred.
SST preferred.
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Sterile container
Instructions
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate within 8 hours.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated, stable 3 days; stable 8 hours at room temperature
Methodology
Colorimetric
Setup Schedule
Daily
Report Available
Within 4 hours
STAT 60 minutes
STAT 60 minutes
Reference Range
None established for fluid sample
Performing Laboratory
CH CHOMP HOSPITAL LAB (831-625-4811): CH CHEMISTRY