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Alpha 1 Antitrypsin

Message


Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x 5820.




Test Code
AAT


CPT Codes
82103

Preferred Specimen
Serum from a gold top


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection


Transport Container
Gold Top (SST)


Transport Temperature


Room temperature




Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 8 hours
Refrigerated :48 hours


Methodology
Nephelometry

Setup Schedule


This assay is run twice per week.




Reference Range


Reference Interval 85.7 - 196.5 mg/dL




Clinical Significance
This assay is used to aid in diagnosis of juvenile and adult cirrhosis.




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.