ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein : 0050002

Mnemonic: A1A GLYCO

Methodology: Quantitative Nephelometry
Performed: Wed, Sat
Reported: 1-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum separator tube or green (sodium or lithium heparin).

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Hemolyzed specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): After separation from cells: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 1 year

Reference Interval:
47-125 mg/dL
CPT Code(s): 82985
Cross References: A1AG (Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein, Serum)