Asparate Amino Transferase, Plasma

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Overview

Department Biochemistry 
Test Code PAST
Synonyms AST

SGOT 

Turnaround Time 1 - 2 hours 
Stability – Add test 24 hours 

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type 6 mL plain red-top , 6 mL Li-Hep green-top
Specimen Transportation
Preferred
Pediatric Requirements Microtainer tube 600 µL  

Aliquot Requirements

Sample Type plasma or serum 
Minimum Volume 100 µL
Aliquot Transportation

Clinical Information

Reference Intervals Reference range:

0 - 1 year: 27 - 80 IU/L

>1 year: 10 - 50 IU/L

Haemolysis can cause artefactual elevations. 

Test Method Abbott Alinity C Analyser, Abbott Reagents.  Based on IFCC recommendation. 
Advanced Notice Not Required  
Patient Preparation Not Required

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