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HelpTest Code GGT GGT
Abbrev
GGT
Storage Temperature
R (2-8ºC)
ASTM/HL7/SDF 1
SQ=GGTSJB
EPIC=LAB85
Instrument/Location
Beckman DXC 700 AU
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Type: Serum ONLY
Container/Tube
Type: Gold Top
Collection
Instructions: Draw tube and label appropriately.
Allow Gold top tubes to clot for 30 minutes. Spin tubes within 2 hours.
Note: Hemolyzed Specimens are not acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Spun tube/Refrigerated
Reference Values
5-45 U/L
Methodology
Enzymatic Rate
Specimen stability/Retention time
7 days refrigerated