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HelpTest Code AST Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT), Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
| Ordering Mnemonic |
|---|
| AST |
Methodology
Multi-Point Rate
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:
1. Indicate plasma
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum
Collection Instructions:
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