Methodology
Colorimetric (C); Fixed Rate Time Nephelometry; Immunoassay (IA); Spectrophotometry (SP)
Synonyms
HepaScore
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Lab Test Days
2 Days a week
Standard TAT
7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
7.5 mL
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Overnight Fasting is preferred. WRAP SPECIMEN to PROTECT FROM LIGHT.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 72 Hours; Frozen: 21 Days
Test Volume Required
3.6 mL
Minimum Test Volume
1.8 mL
Processing Instructions
Order Other-Flexitest to Quest. Serum should be separated from the cells as soon as possible after visible clot formation (usually 15-30 minutes after collection). WRAP SPECIMEN to PROTECT FROM LIGHT.
Included Tests
HepaScore, GGT, Total Bilirubin, Hyaluronic Acid, and Alpha-2-Macroglobulin
CPT Codes
82247, 82977, 83520, 83883
Revised
01-16-13
Initials
SL