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Test Code LAB131 Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)

Specimen Requirement

1.0 mL Serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.

Specimen Stability

4 days at 20-25° C

7 days at 2-8° C

12 weeks at -20° C

Testing Schedule

Daily

Reference Range

5 – 34 U/L

Testing Department

Chemistry

Method

NADH (w/o P-5’ P)

CPT Code

84460

Alias

SGOT

Additional Testing Locations

This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:

  • Crookston
  • Devils Lake

Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.