Test Code LAB0207837 Protein, Total, Plasma or Serum

Methodology

Biuret

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Green top (lithium heparin)

Acceptable: Serum (Red top, Gold/SST), Na Heparin plasma (label specimen appropriately)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Minimum Volume: 0.25 ml

Refrigerated

0-7 days: 4.6-7.0 g/dL

7 days-7 months: 4.4-7.6 g/dL

7 months-1 year: 5.1-7.3 g/dL

1-3 years: 5.6-7.5 g/dL

>3 years: 6.0-8.0 g/dL

Monday through Sunday

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