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HelpTest Code AAT Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, Serum
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 3mL in red gel vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 28 days | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Alpha-1-Antitrypsin-A Comprehensive Testing Algorithm.
Useful For
Workup of individuals with suspected disorders such as familial chronic obstructive lung disease
Diagnosing alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReporting Name
Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, SReference Values
100-190 mg/dL
Method Name
Nephelometry
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
82103