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HelpTest Code LAB2561 Adenosine Deaminase in Peritoneal Fluid
Additional Codes
FADFL
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Peritoneal fluid (ascites, abdominal fluid, paracentesis fluid
Collection Container/Tube: Leak-proof container
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge specimen at ambient temperature.
2. Transfer 0.5 mL into a plastic vial and freeze
3. Send frozen. Specimen must remain frozen until received at the performing lab.
4. Indicate source on requisition.
Secondary ID
75665Method Name
Quantitative Spectrophotometry
Specimen Type
PeritonealSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Peritoneal | 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
0-30 U/L
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesCPT Code Information
84311
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FADFL | Adenosine Deaminase Peritoneal Fld | 49759-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FADFL | Adenosine Deaminase Peritoneal Fld | 49759-4 |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday