Hepatic Function Panel

Test Code

HFP - NOCO

Alias/See Also

Liver profile
Liver enzymes

CPT Codes
80076

Includes

AG Ratio (calculation)
Albumin
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT/SGPT)
Alkaline Phosphatase
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT)
Bilirubin, Direct
Bilirubin, Total
Protein, Total

Preferred Specimen

1.0 mL plasma from Green top (Lithium Heparin)

Minimum Volume

1.0 mL
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes

Other Acceptable Specimens

1.0 mL Serum from Serum Gel or Red Top

Instructions

Protect from light.

Specimen Stability

Temperature	Time
Refrigerate	72 hours

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Gross hemolysis

Methodology
See individual tests for specific methodology.

Setup Schedule

Monday through Sunday; Continuously

Report Available

Same day

Reference Range

See individual test listings.
AG Ratio: 1.1 - 2.6

Clinical Significance

This panel is commonly employed in the assessment of liver injury and the diagnosis of liver disease. It is also used to monitor treatment of liver disease and to detect adverse effects of hepatotoxic drugs.

Performing Laboratory
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Laboratory
Mckee Medical Center Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
Summit View Laboratory

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.