CERULOPLASMIN

Test Code: 207LSpecimen Collection: Serum
Component:

Ceruloplasmin

Method:

NEPH

Collection Notes: Avoid lipemic specimens.
Clinical Utility: Low levels of ceruloplasmin also occur in patients with hepatic insufficiency and protein loss syndrome. High levels of ceruloplasmin are observed in acute-phase reactions, during use of oral contraceptives, and with cholestase. Elevated levels are found in primary biliary cirrhosis.
CPT Code: 82390Testing Location: Sent to reference lab
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Serum (1 mL)

Ambient
 
7
 
Days
Refrigerated
 
60
 
Days
Frozen
 
3
 
Months
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