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Test Code LAB118 Protein, Total

Additional Codes

CPT Code: 84155

Methodology

This test is also included in A/G Ratio (AG), Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (LAB17), Electrophoresis, Protein (LAB2756) and Hepatic Function Panel (LAB20).

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory: Chemistry

Specimen Requirements

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Plasma
Draw blood in a green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Spin down and send 2 mL of lithium heparin plasma.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.

2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

 

Serum
Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube. Spin down and send 2 mL of serum.
Note: 1. Indicate serum.

2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Reference Values

0-7 days: 4.6-7.0 g/dL

7 days-7 months: 4.4-7.6 g/dL

7 months-1 year: 5.1-7.3 g/dL

1-3 years: 5.6-7.5 g/dL

3-18 years: 6.0-8.0 g/dL

≥18 years: 6.4-8.3 g/dL

Additional Information

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