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AST (SGOT)

Test Code
LAB131


Alias/See Also
LAB131, Aspartate aminotransferase, SGOT, 84450


CPT Codes
84450

Preferred Specimen
Lithium Heparin (PST)


Minimum Volume
4.5mL (600uL minimum)


Other Acceptable Specimens
Gold (SST), or Red (no additive


Transport Temperature
room temp


Specimen Stability
Serum stable for 1 day at room temp; 4 weeks refrigerated; >1 year frozen


Methodology
Enzymatic rate method

Setup Schedule
Mon- Sun


Report Available
same day


Reference Range
Male Reference Range = 12.0 – 50.0 U/L
Female Reference Range = 12.0 – 42.0 U/L


Performing Laboratory
Piedmont Athens Regional



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.