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Albumin, Body Fluid
MessageThis test can be done on Peritoneal/Ascites Fluid, Pleural Fluid, and Pericardial Fluid. Any other fluid type must be sent to a reference laboratory.
This test is performed at NCMC for MMC, SV, BFCMC, EMCH, SRMC and OCH.
This test is performed at NCMC for MMC, SV, BFCMC, EMCH, SRMC and OCH.
Test Code
ALBBF - NCMC
CPT Codes
82040
Preferred Specimen
Body Fluid in sterile container
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Instructions
- Centrifuge to remove any cellular material.
- Indicate specimen source.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
| Body Fluid | Refrigerate | 72 hours |
Methodology
Bromcresol Purple Polychromatic Endpoint
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Report Available
Same day
Reference Range
No established reference values.
Performing Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
