ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Albumin, Serum by Nephelometry : 0050671

Mnemonic: ALB N

Methodology: Nephelometry
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect:  One 4 mL serum separator tube.

Transport:  1 mL serum at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.3 mL)  Submit specimen in an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.

Pediatric Collection/Transport:  0.3 mL serum at 2-8°C.

Remarks:  Separate serum from cells ASAP.

Unacceptable Conditions:  Contaminated or hemolyzed specimens.

Stability:  After separation from cells: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 1 year (if frozen within 24 hours)
Reference Interval:
3500-5200 mg/dL
CPT Code(s): 82040
 
 

 

 

 
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