Test Code LAB45 Albumin
Additional Codes
CPT Code: 82040
Methodology
This test is also included in Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (LAB17); Liver Panel (Hepatic Function) (LAB20); and Renal Function Panel (LAB19).
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
Male, Female, Unspecified Sex
0 - 4 days old : 2.8 - 4.4 g/dL
4 - 14 days old : 3.8 - 5.4 g/dL
14 days - 18 years old : 3.2 - 4.5 g/dL
>18 years old : 3.2 - 5.2 g/dL