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HelpTest Code LALB Lysosomal Acid Lipase, Blood
Useful For
Evaluation of patients with a clinical presentation suggestive of lysosomal acid lipase deficiency using blood specimens
This test is not useful to determine carrier status for cholesteryl ester storage disease or Wolman disease.
Special Instructions
Reporting Name
Lysosomal Acid Lipase, BSpecimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD) or green top (sodium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
≥21.0 nmol/h/mL
Day(s) Performed
Friday
Report Available
8 to 15 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
82657
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LALB | Lysosomal Acid Lipase, B | 73958-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 62954 | Lysosomal Acid Lipase, B | 73958-1 |
| 36339 | Reviewed By | 18771-6 |
| 36338 | Interpretation (LALB) | 59462-2 |
NY State Approved
YesMethod Name
Fluorometric Enzyme Assay
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602)
3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen: