BF Albumin Lvl (FAL)

Department: Chemistry
Test Synonym(s): LAB177, FAL, Albumin Body Fluid, Body Fluid Albumin Level
CPT Codes: 82042
Methodology: Colormetric Endpoint Determination
Reference Range: The reference interval are unavailable for this body fluid. Comparison of this result with the concentration in serum, or plasma is recommended.
Tube Type: Body fluid container
Specimen: Body fluid
Alternate Specimen: Red top tube (no gel)
Pediatric Requirements: minimum 40 mcL full 13x100 mm tube
Volume: 2 mL fluid
Minimum Volume: 1 sterile container
Stability: Room temperature (20-25 C): 1 day; Refrigerated (2-8 C): 3 days; Frozen (-20 C): Unaccpetable
Reasons for Rejection: QNS, fluid type not listed, turbid samples unable to be cleared by centrifugation, and specimens that are too viscous to be aspirated
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
Special Instructions: Specify fluid type

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