Test Code AST Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT), Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
LAB131
Methodology
Cobas Pro Analyzer
Performing Laboratory
Sky Lakes Medical Center-Chemistry
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Plasma. Container/Tube: Green top (lithium heparin gel). Specimen Volume: 2 mL.
Specimen Type: Serum. Container/Tube: Serum gel SST. Specimen Volume: 2 mL.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate/Ambient OK
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84450