- AST
AST (SGOT)
Test Code
AST
Specimen Name
AST (SGOT)
CPT Codes
- 84450
Collect
SST-Serum Also acceptable Lithium-Heparin Plasma.
Stability
7 days refrigerated
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Performed
Daily
Components
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Additional Information
Draw SST, allow to clot completely, or draw Lithium-Heparin, then centrifuge. Separate plasma into specimen transport tube if no gel separator.
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