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HelpTest Code LPLA2 Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2, Activity (PLAC A)
Additional Codes
3002266
Methodology
Quantitative Enzymatic Assay/Spectrophotometry
CPT
83698
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SST
Collection Volume
2.0 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
0.5 mL
Collection Instructions
Ensure complete clot formation has taken place prior to centrifugation.
Transport
Refrigerated
Rejection Criteria
Hemolyzed specimens.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 2 week; Frozen: 18 months
Turn Around Time
2-9 days
Lab Department
Referred Testing
EPIC Code
LAB1045
Acceptable Collection Container
R-NoGel
Testing Volume
0.2 mL
Patient Preparation
None
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Thursday
STAT Availability
No.
LOINC
86951-1
Alias
PLAC