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Gamma-glutamyltransferase (GGTP)

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday through Sunday


Test Code
GGTP


CPT Codes
82977

Preferred Specimen
0.5 mL plasma


Instructions
Draw blood in an PST tube. Spin down.


Transport Container
PST tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Multiple Point Rate

Reference Range
Males: 15-73 U/L

Females: 12-43 U/L


Clinical Significance
Gamma-glutamyltransferase is an enzyme which is very sensitive but a nonspecific indicator of liver damage.



Last Updated: July 11, 2018


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.