Test Code LAB0209965 Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT), Plasma or Serum

Methodology

NADH (With P-5^'-P)

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube: Green top (Lithium heparin & PST)

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.25 mL

Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube: Gold top (SST) & Red top (Serum & No Additive)

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.25 mL

Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (serum).

If collecting using a red top with no gel separator, the serum must be removed within 1 hour of collection.

Refrigerated: 1 week

0 - 1 year: not established

1 - 14 years: 8-50 U/L

14 - 18 years: 8-43 U/L

>18 years: 5-34 U/L

Monday through Sunday

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