PLAC Test

Test Code: TD_5715

CPT Code(s): 83698

$89

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Lapla2
Lipoprotein-associated phospho a2
Lp-pla2

Test Includes

Lp-PLA2

Methodology

Colorimetric/kinetic

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis

Reference Range(s)

<225 NMOL/Min/mL

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Separator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL serum

Sample Stability

1 day room temperature
2 weeks refrigerated
1 month frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

1 mL serum. Allow SST to clot in an upright position for
at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours
of collection. Refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

1 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate.