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HelpTest Code PALB Prealbumin, Plasma
Additional Codes
LAB115
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Collection Method
Venipuncture
Container
Gold Top / Serum Separator / Additive Free
Specimen Type
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 6 months |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 1 year |
Reference or Target Ranges
| Age | Male | Female |
| <2 weeks | 10 - 13 | 10 - 13 |
| 2 weeks to 6 years | 13 - 25 | 13 - 25 |
| 6 - 16 years | 16 - 28 | 16 - 28 |
| 16 - 18 years | 18 - 45 | 18 - 45 |
| > 18 years | 20 - 40 | 20 - 40 |
Reportable Units
mg/dL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 1000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 60 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 100 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 Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
84134
Last review/edit date
2025