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HelpTest Code HCCGS Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk Panel with GALAD Score, Serum
Ordering Guidance
GALAD (gender, age, alpha-fetoprotein [AFP]-L3, AFP, des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin [DCP]) score testing (this test) should not be performed for patients who are pregnant, as alpha-fetoprotein results are elevated during pregnancy.
Necessary Information
Sex and age are required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Secondary ID
606585Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| L3AFP | AFP-L3% and Total AFP, S | Yes | Yes |
| DCP | Des-Gamma-Carboxy Prothrombin, S | Yes | Yes |
| GAL1 | GALAD Model Score | No | Yes |
Method Name
L3AFP and DCP: Isotachophoresis with Laser-Induced Fluorescence
GAL1: Calculation
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days | |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
TOTAL ALPHA-FETOPROTEIN (AFP):
<4.7 ng/mL
AFP L3-PERCENT:
<10%
DES-GAMMA-CARBOXY PROTHROMBIN:
<7.5 ng/mL
GAL1:
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
82107
83951
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request (T728)
-Oncology Test Request (T729)