Test Code LAB85 Gamma-Glutamyltransferase (GGT)
Intended Use
Used to diagnose and monitor treatment of liver diseases
Methodology
Photometric Rate
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Serum
Container/tube: Gold SST tube
Acceptable: Serum
Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube - if plasma must used EDTA (purple tube) is only acceptable for plasma
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)
Collection Instructions: Avoid hemolysis. Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 1 month
Frozen: <-20 C for 1 year
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82977