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HelpTest Code LAB13448 Adenosine Deaminase, Pericardial Fluid
Additional Codes
FADDP
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Pericardial fluid
Collection Container/Tube: Leak-proof container
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge pericardial fluid specimen at ambient temperature.
2. Transfer 0.5 mL of fluid (supernatant) into a plastic vial and freeze.
3. Send frozen. Specimen must remain frozen until received at performing lab.
4. Indicate source on requisition.
Secondary ID
75667Method Name
Quantitative Spectrophotometry
Specimen Type
Body FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Body Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) | Reject |
| Glass tubes | Reject |
| Turbid specimens | Reject |
| Whole blood | Reject |
Reference Values
0-40 U/L
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesCPT Code Information
84311
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FADDP | Adenosine Deaminase Pericardial Fld | 49760-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z5894 | Adenosine Deaminase Pericardial Fld | 49760-2 |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday