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Additional Codes
| EPIC | LAB4006 |
Clinical Significance
Albumin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous diseases primarily involving the liver and/or kidneys.
Source: Beckman Coulter Unicel, ALB IFU. REF #442765 12/22/15
Methodology
Timed endpoint method (Beckman Coulter UniCel DxC 660i)
Sample Type
| Preferred Sample Type | |
|---|---|
| Light green top - Plasma | |
| Acceptable Sample Type(s) | |
|---|---|
| Dark green top - plasma | |
| Yellow top - serum | |
| Red top - serum | |
Centrifuge: Yes
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Ambient (18-25°C) | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated (2-8°C) (store) | 48 hours |
| Frozen (-15 to -20°C) | 1 month |
Separate plasma or serum from cells wihtin 2 hours.
Reference Ranges
| Normal Range | |
|---|---|
| >1 Years Old | 3.6 - 5.0 g/dL |
| <1 Years Old | 3.2 - 4.8 g/dL |
| Technical Range |
|---|
| 1.0 - 7.0 g/dL |
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | N/A |
|---|---|
| Icteric | N/A |
| Lipemia | N/A |
Availability
| Performed | STAT |
|---|---|
| 24/7 | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital Laboratory
Lab Department
Chemistry
CPT Code
82040
LOINC
1751-7 Albumin [Mass/Vol]