Albumin by Nephelometry
CPT Code(s): | 82040 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect: Serum separator tube. Also acceptable: Green (sodium or lithium heparin). Specimen Preparation: Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an RDL Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.4 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Stability: After separation from cells: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 1 year (if frozen within 24 hours) |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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