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HelpTest Code LAB118 Protein, Total
Useful For
- Diagnosis and treatment of a variety of diseases involving the liver, kidney, or bone marrow, as well as other metabolic or nutritional disorders
- Hypoproteinemia can be caused by diseases and disorders such as loss of blood, sprue, nephrotic syndrome, severe burns, salt retention syndrome and Kwashiorkor (acute protein deficiency).
- Hyperproteinemia can be observed in cases of severe dehydration and illnesses such as multiple myeloma.
Methodology
Biuret Colorimetric Assay
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or serum
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), red top, or gold top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Rejection: Hemolyzed samples may be rejected.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma or Serum | Ambient | 6 days |
| Refrigerated | 4 weeks | |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Reference Values
6.4-8.2 g/dL
Additional Information
The total protein concentration is 0.4 to 0.8 g/dL lower when the sample is collected from a patient situated in the recumbent position rather than upright.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84155