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HelpTest Code ALT ALT (SGPT)
EPIC Test ID
1230100037
Test Synonyms
ALT|SGPT|ALANINE TRANSAMINASE
Collection Requirements
Collect a Green Top (lithium heparin) for inpatients or serum separator (SST) for outpatients. Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Centrifuge within 4 hours of collection.
Shipping and Handling Instructions
After separation from cells, store at room temperature up to 72 hours. Can be refrigerated up to 1 week, frozen is not recommended. Medical Oncology For tests performed at UHS Medical Oncology, refer to the handbook for specimen stability
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Source
Blood, Capillary
Blood, Central Line
Blood, Venous
Specimen Tube Description
WMH Hospital Lab: LT GREEN/MINT TOP- LIHEP,YELLOW TOP SST,RED TOP SST
BGH Hospital Lab: LT GREEN/MINT TOP- LIHEP,YELLOW TOP SST,RED TOP SST
CMH Hospital Lab: LT GREEN/MINT TOP- LIHEP,YELLOW TOP SST,RED TOP SST
DVH Hospital Lab: LT GREEN/MINT TOP- LIHEP,YELLOW TOP SST,RED TOP SST
UHS MEDICAL ONCOLOGY HEME/CHEM: LT GREEN/MINT TOP- LIHEP,YELLOW TOP SST,RED TOP SST
Performing lab
United Health Services Laboratories
Section
WMH Chemistry
BGH Chemistry
CMH Chemistry
DVH Chemistry
UHS Medical Oncology Heme/Chem
CPT Code
84460
Loinc
1742-6
EAP
LAB132