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Test Code CERULO Ceruloplasmin

Additional Codes

Supplemental Test Code
5147

Methodology

Immunoturbidimetric

Literature Reference:

Package insert: Ceruloplasmin CERU. Roche Corp. 01/2019.

Performing Laboratory

Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Patient Preparation:

Fasting specimen is preferred but not required. 

 

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube: Mint green top

Specimen Volume: Full tube

 

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Reference Values

Female: 16-45 mg/dL

Male: 15-30 mg/dL

 

Reference Literature:

Package insert: Ceruloplasmin CERU. Roche Corp. 01/2019.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday - Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available 2-4 hours after receipt

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82390

Additional Information

For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Analyte Stability:
See analyte stability chart.

Alternate Tube:  plain red top, full

Laboratory Processing Instructions:

Test performed in BJH Core Lab.  Processed by automated line for delivery to the Cobas 8000. Test performed in North Campus Laboratory. Centrifuge upon receipt and deliver to the Modular. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days. 

LOINC Code Information

Name LOINC Code
Ceruloplasmin 2064-4