Galectin-3
Order Name
GALECTIN 3
Test Number: 2015057
Revision Date 12/12/2022
Test Number: 2015057
Revision Date 12/12/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Galectin-3
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Quantitative Enzyme Immunoassay | 62419-7 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 0.8 mL (0.4) | Plasma | EDTA (Lavender Top) | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 0.8 mL (0.4) | Serum | Clot Activator (Red Top, No-Gel) | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Notes: 0.4 mL (Note: This volume Does NOT allow for repeat testing.) Specimen Type: Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube OR lavender-top (EDTA) tube Specimen Storage: Room temperature Stability: Room temperature up to 22 days Refrigerated up to 22 days Frozen up to 12 months Stable x9 Specimen Collection: Transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube. Specimen Stability: Ambient: Not Available, Refrigerated : Not Available, Frozen: Not Available |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 4 - 6 days |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 004110 |
| CPT Code(s) | 82777 |
| Service Provided By |  |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |