Test Overview
Clinical Utility
More than 40 phenotypes of AAT exist. The inherited deficiency, seen most often as the ZZ, SS and SZ phenotypes, is associated with neonatal hepatitis and infantile cirrhosis. In adults, these phenotypes are associated with chronic lung disease, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Method
Isoelectric focusing (IEF)
Aliases/Synonyms
P1 Typing; A1AT Phenotyping; A-1-AT
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumImportant Note: TEST ID A1ATPQT S
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID A1ATPQT S when ordering this test. Not doing so will cause processing delays while ICL ascertains which test you are requesting.
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Containers
Collection Containers
Gold top (SST)
Volume
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 8 hours | 14 days | 30 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Received at ambient temperature |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Alpha-1-Antitrypsin PhenotypeSee Report
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1ATPQT S | ALPHA-1-ANTITRYPSIN (AAT) PHENOTYPE | 64550 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-12-18