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HelpTest Code LAB1069 Acid Phosphatase, Total
Additional Codes
AC PHOS
Clinical System Name
Acid Phosphatase, Total
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Blood
Container(s): Red Top-Plain
Preferred Vol: 3.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Plasma. Non-frozen specimens. Hemolyzed specimens.
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage location: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. CRITICAL FROZEN. Place in CPA -20 freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Spin, aliquot and freeze.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp |
Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated |
Unacceptable |
|
| Frozen |
1 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | Daily | 1 - 2 d |
Performing Laboratory
ARUP Laboratories
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1221
Phone Number: (800) 522-2787
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
84060
Methodology
Method: Quantitative Enzymatic
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
0.0 - 4.3 U/L
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Acid Phosphatase, Total, Serum |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Send out Monday through Friday with the ARUP courier. |