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Lipase, Pleural Fluid (LIPPF)
Test CodeLAB2599
Quest Code
17601
CPT Codes
83690
Preferred Specimen
1 mL pleural fluid collected in a sterile plastic transport tube
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 7 days
Methodology
Colorimetric (C) • Kinetic
Setup Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
<10 U/L
Clinical Significance
Pleural fluid lipase activity has been considered complementary in the diagnosis of pancreatitis.
Performing Laboratory
| Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Chantilly VA |
| 14225 Newbrook Drive |
| Chantilly, VA 20151-2228 |
