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SGOT (AST) Aspartate Aminotransferase

Test Code
SGOT


CPT Codes
84450

Preferred Specimen
Light Green (Lithium) Gel or Gold Top Tube


Specimen Stability
7 days


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


Report Available
Same day


Clinical Significance
In vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of aspartate aminotransferase in human serum.  Elevations are found in liver diseases such as hepatitis, necrosis, jaundice, and cirrhosis.




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.