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Pyruvate Kinase, RBC
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | MOLT |
| Performed by | Mayo |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Spectrophotometry |
| Container type | Lavender top |
| Amount to Collect | 3 mL blood |
| Sample type | EDTA whole blood |
| Preferred volume | 3 mL blood |
| Min. Volume | 1 mL blood |
| Processing notes | Do not centrifuge or freeze; refrigerate. Order MAYO# 8659 |
| Units | U/g of hemoglobin |
| Normal range | 6.7 - 14.3 U/g of hemoglobin |
| Synonyms | Pyruvate kinase, erythrocyte |
| Turn around times | Test performed Monday-Saturday. |
| CPT coding | 84220-90 |
| Last Updated | 8/30/2010 3:53:31 PM |
| Entry Number | 804 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667