PAB
Prealbumin (PAB), Serum or Plasma
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2347
Synonyms:
Transthyretin
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Serum gel tube or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Indicate serum or plasma on the request form.
2. Label the specimen appropriately (serum or plasma).
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Unacceptable Condition:
Severe lipemia and/or hemolysis will interfere with this assay.
CPT Codes:
84134 - Prealbumin (EAP 30014440)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:
10.0 - 40.0
mg/dL