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HelpTest Code LAB115 Prealbumin
Useful For
- Assessing nutritional status, especially in monitoring response to nutritional support in acutely ill patient
- Decreased levels are seen in acute liver damage, dietary protein deficiency, and during inflammatory processes.
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top or gold top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated/Frozen
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerated | 6 months | |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Reference Values
20.0-40.0 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84134