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HelpTest Code DCP Des-Gamma-Carboxy Prothrombin (DCP), Serum
Reporting Name
Des-Gamma-Carboxy Prothrombin, SUseful For
Risk assessment of patients with chronic liver disease for development of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
An aid in the monitoring of HCC patients post therapy if des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (DCP) level was elevated prior to therapy. An elevated DCP level is associated with increased risk of recurring HCC.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Medical Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reference Values
<7.5 ng/mL
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 10 a.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
83951
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| DCP | Des-Gamma-Carboxy Prothrombin, S | 34444-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| DCP | Des-Gamma-Carboxy Prothrombin, S | 34444-0 |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild OK; Gross reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild OK; Gross OK |
|
Icterus |
NA |
|
Other |
NA |
Method Name
Isotachophoresis with Laser-Induced Fluorescence
Forms
Oncology Test Request Form (T729) (http://www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/it-mmfiles/oncology-request-form.pdf)
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request Form (T728) (http://www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/it-mmfiles/gastroenterology-and-hepatology-test-request.pdf)