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HelpTest Code ALS Aldolase, Serum
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Within 1 hour of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerated.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.
Useful For
Detection of muscle disease
Method Name
Photometric
Reporting Name
Aldolase, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 60 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
<18 years: <14.5 U/L
≥18 years: <7.7 U/L
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
82085
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALS | Aldolase, S | 1761-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALS | Aldolase, S | 1761-6 |