Albumin, Plasma

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Overview

Department Biochemistry
Test Code PALB
Synonyms Alb
Turnaround Time 1 – 2 hours
Stability - Add test

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type Serum

Plasma

Preferred 5 mL Li-Hep green-top
Acceptable 7 mL red top
Paediatric Requirements Li Hep Microtainer 600 µL

Aliquot Requirements

Sample Type Serum

Plasma

Minimum Volume 100 µL
Aliquot Transportation Send ambient or on ice.

Clinical Information

Reference Intervals
0 – 3m:       35 – 40 g/L
3 – 12m:     32 – 40 g/L
1 – 70yrs:   32 – 48 g/L
>70yrs:       32 – 46 g/L
Test Method Ci8200 analyser, Abbott Reagent. Bromocresol Purple - Albumin complex monitored at 628 nm
Advanced Notice Not Required

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