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Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, random stool
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | A1AF |
| Test group | Alpha-1-Antitrypsin |
| Performed by | Mayo |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Rate nephelometry |
| Container type | Urine cup |
| Amount to Collect | 10 g random stool |
| Sample type | Stool |
| Preferred volume | 10 g stool |
| Min. Volume | 5 g stool |
| Processing notes | Refrigerate stool. Order MAYO# 182. Call MCS for pickup. |
| Units | mg/dL |
| Normal range | ≤ 54 mg/dL |
| Synonyms | A1AT; A1-AT; Alpha-1-PI; Alpha-1-Protease inhibiitor; A1-Antitrypsin; A1-PI; A1-Protease inhibitor |
| Turn around times | 7-10 days |
| Additional information | The recommended test for protein losing enteropathy is, Alpha-1-antitrypsin, clearance. |
| CPT coding | 82103-90 |
| Last Updated | 10/12/2011 4:50:56 PM |
| Entry Number | 1083 |
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