Test Code LALB Lysosomal Acid Lipase, Blood
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD) or green top (sodium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
≥21.0 nmol/h/mL
Day(s) Performed
Friday
Report Available
8 to 15 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
82657
Method Name
Fluorometric Enzyme Assay
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602)
3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen: