Additional Information:
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB112
CPT Code(s):
84075
Specimen Requirements:
Type: Serum or plasma
Container/Tube: Serum gel or heparinized plasma
Sample Volume: Submit full tubes.
Minimum volume: 0.5 mL serum or plasma
Preparation:
- Send specimens in their original tubes.
- If there is a delay in transport of >1 hour, centrifuge tube.
Stability Refrigerated: 4 days
Stability Frozen: Indefinitely
Unacceptable Conditions: Samples with moderate or marked hemolysis will be rejected.
Specimen Retention Time: 5 days
Use:
Measurements of serum alkaline phosphatase are used in the diagnosis of hepatobiliary disorders and bone disease associated with increased osteoblastic activity. Certain conditions such as Hodgkin’s Disease, congestive heart failure and ulcerative colitis will produce moderate elevation in alkaline phosphatase levels. Non-pathologic elevations can be observed in third trimester of pregnancy.
Methodology:
PNPP, AMP Buffer
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Reference Values:
34-104 U/L