Test Code LFT HEPATIC FUNCTION PANEL, SERUM
Additional Codes
Software | Test Code |
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Label Text | LFT |
EPIC | LAB20 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
The evaluation of hepatic function
Method Name
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Reference Values
See individual analytes
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Available Stat
Profile Information
Specimen Type
Submit one of the following:
~ Plasma
~ Serum
Preferred Container
Plasma Separator Tube (PST)
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Plasma: 2 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Serum: 2 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.4 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))
Serum: 0.4 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate serum from red cells and send refrigerated within 2 hours of collection.
Protect from prolonged exposure to light (if not tested within 48 hours).
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Plasma
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Specimen Type: Serum
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 |
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80076 | Hepatic Function Panel |
Keywords
ALBUMIN
ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE
ALT (ALANINE AMINOTRANSFERASE)
AST (ASPARTATE AMINOTRANSFERASE)
DIRECT BILIRUBIN
LFTS (LIVER FUNCTION TESTS)
LIVER FUNCTION TEST
LIVER PANEL
TOTAL PROTEIN
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube
Orange Top Tube (Rapid clot serum)
Rejection Information
Hemolyzed sample and/or prolonged light exposure