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Albumin, body fluid

Message
Performed in Chemistry


Test Code
ALBBF


Preferred Specimen
Fluid
Sterile cup/evacuated body fluid containers


Other Acceptable Specimens
None


FDA Status
FDA Approved

Setup Schedule
Daily, Sunday through Saturday


Report Available
Less than 4 hours


Limitations
• Hemolysis: Body fluid is hemolyzed, results may be affected.
• Icterus: Specimen is grossly icteric, results may be affected. Interpret with caution.
• Lipemia: Body fluid is lipemic, results may be affected.


Reference Range
N/A

Performance characteristics for this test have been evaluated and verified by the laboratory. There is no established reference range for body fluids. Test results must be interpreted within the clinical context.


Clinical Significance
Body Fluids are considered to be Irretrievable Specimen, so no reasonable request for testing should be denied.




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