AAT
Alpha-1-Antitrypsin
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3253
Synonyms:
AAT (Alpha-1-Antitrypsin)
A1A
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top (Preferred), serum gel
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 28 days
Refrigerated - 28 days
Room temperature - 28 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Lipemia
CPT Codes:
82103 - Alpha-1-Antitrypsin (EAP 30020523)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
2-4 days
Method:
Nephelometry
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges