Test Information:
Albumin is the most abundant protein in human serum. Elevated levels are usually the result of dehydration whereas decreased levels are found in variety of conditions including kidney disease, liver disease malabsorption, malnutrition, severe burns, infections and cancer.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
• No Patient Preparation
Notes:
- Strictly ONE-TIME thawing ONLY!
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 4 to 8˚C
Stability: 5 months - Storage: 20 to 25˚C
Stability: 2.5 months - Storage: -20˚C
Stability: 4 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (4˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours