GAMMA GTP

Test Code
GGTP


CPT Codes
82977

Preferred Specimen
PLASMA


Transport Container
MINT GREEN


Transport Temperature
REF - 7 DAYS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
GAMMA GTPIU/L 0Y 00M F 6-19 0Y 00M M 6-16 10 F 8-23 10 M 7-26 18 F 7-50


Clinical Significance
Gamma-glutamyl transferase or gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT, GGTP, gamma-GT) is an enzyme that transfers gamma-glutamyl functional groups. It is found in many tissues, the most notable one being the liver, and has significance in medicine as a diagnostic marker.



Performing Laboratory
LMH - Chemistry x3739 or 3764



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