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Test Code AST Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT), Plasma or Serum

Additional Codes

Ordering Mnemonic
AST

Methodology

UV/NADH

AST is an enzyme which may be elevated in a variety of conditions such as liver disease or myocardial infarctions.

Performing Laboratory

Holland Hospital Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Plasma

Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL of plasma

Collection Instructions:

Note: 1. Indicate plasma

2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

 

Serum

Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum

Collection Instructions:

Note: 1. Indicate serum.

2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Available STAT

Test Classification and CPT Coding

84450 (HH Bill Code 0205248)

Reference Values

Adult 14-59 U/L