Test Information:
The Alkaline Phosphatase assay is used for the quantitation of alkaline phosphatase in human serum. Hepatobiliary and bone diseases are the most common pathological indicators of increased Alkaline Phosphatase.
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:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 4 to 8˚C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: 20 to 25˚C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: -20˚C
Stability: 2 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (4˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours