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HelpTest Code ALBF Albumin, Fluid
Methodology
Bromcresol Green
Performing Laboratory
Munson Medical Center Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
Acceptable Specimens:
Ascites, peritoneal fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 3 mL of body fluid
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Collection Instructions: Fluid should be removed from the cells within 1 hour of collection.
Note: Indicate specimen source.
Reference Values
A serum to effusion albumin gradient (serum albumin minus fluid albumin) can be helpful in determination of a transudate or exudate. A values less than 1.1 g/dL is seen in exudates. This is a laboratory-developed test.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82042