Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)
- Test Name:
- Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)
- Synonyms:
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L-Alanine-2-oxoglutarate aminotransferase
Serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase (SGPT/ GPT)
- Collection Device/Tube Type:
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1. EDM Base Lab: 5 mL blood - GOLD SST (gel)
2. CGY DSC: 4.5 mL blood - MINT LIHEP PST (gel)
3. NOTE: The preferred tube type at each testing site is acceptable at the alternate site
- Submission Requirements:
- 1 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma
- Frequency of Testing:
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Daily
- Reference Range:
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- Comments:
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Preferred enzyme for liver function screening
- Last Reviewed:
- 28 April 2023
