ANGIOTENSIN CONVERTING ENZYME (ACE) | |
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Test Code: S245 | Specimen Collection: Serum |
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Collection Notes: Grossly hemolyzed specimens are not acceptable. | |
Clinical Utility: ACE is increased in some cases of active sarcoidosis. Decreased ACE activity is found in patients having chronic obstructive lung disease, cystic fibrosis, emphysema, and lung cancer. | |
CPT Code: 82164 | Testing Location: Sent to reference lab |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Ambient 7 Days Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 60 Days |