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Albumin, Body Fluid

Test Code
LAB177


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. 


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


Reference Range
None established for fluid sample


Performing Laboratory
CH CHOMP HOSPITAL LAB (831-625-4811): CH CHEMISTRY




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.