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Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT)

Test Code
AST


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
Unhemolyzed specimen preferred. Performed STAT on children with suspicion of Reye's Syndrome. Spin within 2 hours of collection.


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Separated serum stable up to 4 days refrigerated.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
AST is used to determine the progress and prognosis of patients with myocardial infarction and the diagnosis and monitoring of liver disease.




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.