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HelpTest Code BF ALB Albumin, Body Fluid
Additional Codes
LAB177
Collection Method
Sterile body fluid collection
Container
Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Specimen Type
Preferred- Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Acceptable- Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 2 months |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 5 months |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 4 months |
Reference or Target Ranges
0.2-6.0 g/dL
Reportable Units
g/dL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 1000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 60 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 550 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
82042
Last review/edit date
2025