Hepatic Function Panel

Test Code
HEPATIC


CPT Codes
80076

Includes
Includes: Alanine Aminotransfersae (ALT/SGPT); Albumin; Alkaline Phosphatase; Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT); Bilirubin,Direct; Bilirubin, Total; Protein,Total


Preferred Specimen
2.0 mL plasma


Transport Container
PST tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
See individual test listings. 


Limitations
See individual test listings. 


Reference Range
See individual test listings.


Clinical Significance
The hepatic function panel is useful as a broad general assessment of hepatic (liver) function.



Last Updated: January 17, 2011


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.