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Angiotensin II [36718]
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Test Code
ANGIO2
Alias/See Also
36718
CPT Codes
82163
Preferred Specimen
1 mL plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 12 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: 28 days
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: 28 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis • Received room temperature • Received refrigerated
Methodology
Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Tues a.m.; Report available: 5-12 days
Reference Range
≤52 ng/L
Clinical Significance
Detection of Angiotensin II aids in the differential diagnosis of renal hypertension.
Performing Laboratory
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Last Updated: December 7, 2021
