Test Code LAB132 Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
Specimen Requirement
1.0 mL serum or Lithium heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Avoid hemolysis and prolonged contact with red blood cells.
Specimen Stability
3 days at 30° C
7 days at 2-8° C
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
7 – 55 U/L
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
NADH (w/o P-5’ P)
CPT Code
84460
Alias
SGPT
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.