Hepatic Function Panel
Test Code
LIVER
Description
Hepatic Function Panel - This panel may be helpful in assessing liver injury, diagnosing liver diseases, and monitoring treatment of liver diseases and adverse effects of hepatotoxic drugs. This panel includes total protein, albumin, globulin (calculated), albumin/globulin ratio, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin (calculated), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alanine aminotransferase (ALT).
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.25 mL serum
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Refer to individual components
Notes
This panel includes the following components: This panel includes the following components: ALB, TP, ALP, ALT, AST, BILIT and BILID.
Performed
Mon-Fri
Methodology
Refer to individual components
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
Liver Function Panel; LIVER
Study Offerings
Not offered
Reference Interval
See individual components for Reference Ranges
CPT Code
80076
New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared