PROTEIN, TOTAL | |
|---|---|
| Test Code:111 | Specimen Collection:Serum |
| Component: Total Protein | Method: S |
| Collection Notes:: Avoid grossly hemolyzed and icteric specimens. | |
| Clinical Utility:Serum total protein levels aid in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous diseases affecting the bone marrow, kidney, and liver. It is also useful in diagnosing metabolic and nutritional disorders. | |
| CPT Code:84155 | Testing Location:AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Ambient 8 Hours Refrigerated 6 Days Frozen 6 Months Plasma (1 mL) Li Heparin Ambient 8 Hours Refrigerated 6 Days Frozen 6 Months | |