Test Code PREALB Prealbumin, Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
LAB115
Methodology
Used for monitoring of nutritional status and/or nutritional support.
Performing Laboratory
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Chemistry
CPT: 84134
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Light green-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen: 1 mL of lithium heparin plasma
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma)
Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube or serum gel tube
Specimen: 1 mL of serum
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum)
Reference Values
20-40 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday