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Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase

Test Code
AST


Alias/See Also
SGOT


Preferred Specimen
2 mL Lithium Heparin plasma or serum (1.0 minimum)


Transport Container
PST Tube, SST Tube also accepted


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
24 hours at 15-25 °C , 7 days at 2-8 °C




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.