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Albumin, Serum

Test Code
ALB


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
Spin within 2 hours of collection


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Unspun clotted specimen stable for 2 hours, separated serum stable for 4 days refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Albumin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases, collagen diseases, and liver and kidney disorders.




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