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HelpTest Code APLA1M Apolipoprotein A1, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | APOA1 |
| Epic ID | LAB2293 |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot within 2 hours of collection.
2. Red-top tubes should be centrifuged and aliquoted within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 8 days |
| Frozen | 60 days | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
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Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Automated Turbidimetric Immunoassay
Useful For
Evaluating risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Aiding in the detection of Tangier disease
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 2 daysReference Values
Males
|
Age |
Apolipoprotein A (mg/dL) |
|
<24 months |
Not established |
|
2-17 years |
Low: <115 Borderline low: 115-120 Acceptable: >120 |
|
>18 years |
≥120 |
Females
|
Age |
Apolipoprotein A (mg/dL) |
|
<24 months |
Not established |
|
2-17 years |
Low: <115 Borderline low: 115-120 Acceptable: >120 |
|
>18 years |
≥140 |
CPT Code Information
82172