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HelpTest Code GAL3M Galectin-3, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | GAL3 |
| Epic ID | LAB3972 |
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Frozen (preferred) | 365 days |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
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Note:
Transport frozen.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Useful For
Aiding in the prognosis for patients diagnosed with heart failure
Risk stratification of patients with heart failure
An early indication of treatment failure and as a therapeutic target
Day(s) Performed
Monday
Report Available
1 to 8 daysReference Values
<24 months: Not established
2-17 years: ≤25.0 ng/mL
≥18 years: ≤22.1 ng/mL
CPT Code Information
82777