CERULOPLASMIN

Test Code

LAB7847

CPT Codes
802390

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (SST)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested.

Transport Container

Gold tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 3 days
Frozen up to 28 days

Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Su

As received, STAT testing is available

Reference Range

180 - 580 mg/L

Clinical Significance

Ceruloplasmin is a protein made by the liver. It binds to copper and carries it throughout the body. If the level is low, it can point to copper deficiency as seen in Wilson's disease.

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab

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.