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Protein, Body Fluid

Message
Chemistry


Test Code
LAB196


Alias/See Also
Protein-Misc Fluid


CPT Codes
84157

Includes
Total Protein,


Preferred Specimen
Peritoneal Fluid
Pleural Fluid


Minimum Volume
100 uL fluid


Instructions
LAB: Centrifuge and aliquot if necessary, prior to testing.


Specimen Stability
Ambient: up to 4 hours.
Refrigerated: 3 days.
Frozen: 6 months


Setup Schedule
Everyday


Report Available
Same day


Reference Range
The Reference Range for this body fluid has not been determined. Comparison of this result with the analyte’ s concentration in the blood, serum or plasma is recommended.


Performing Laboratory
Hoag Newport/ Hoag Irvine



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