Test Code LAB20 Hepatic Function Panel
Additional Codes
CPT Code: 80076
Methodology
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Alanine Aminotransferase/Serum Glutamic Pyruvate Transaminase (ALT/SGPT) | Aspartate Aminotransferase/Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (AST/SGOT) |
Albumin | Bilirubin, Fractionated |
Alkaline Phosphatase | Protein, Total |
This test is intended for use as a diagnostic procedure for detecting and/or monitoring liver disease and/or damage.
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. Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
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. Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Reference Values
See individual test listings.