Test Code LAB1749 Gamma-Glutamyltransferase
Aliases
GGT
Performing Section
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma:
Light Green Top Tube-Lithium Heparin (Preferred)
Gold Top Tube-SST
Red Top Tube-Plain
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 0.6 mL
Minimum: 0.3 mL
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
Temperature
Refrigerated
TAT
Routine: 90 minutes
STAT: 35 minutes
Test Components
GGT
CPT
82977
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Reference Range
Contact lab for reference range.