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Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | ALB |
| EPIC | LAB45 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Assessing hypoalbuminemia
Method Name
Colorimetric
Reference Values
3.5 - 5.1 g/dL
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Submit one of the following:
~ Plasma
~ Serum
Preferred Container
Plasma Separator Tube (PST)
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Plasma: 1 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.3 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Plasma
Frozen: 4 Months
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 4 Months
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 82040 | Albumin, Serum, Plasma, or Whole Blood |
Keywords
ALBUMIN
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
1751-7
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube
Orange Top Tube (Rapid clot serum)