Alkaline Phosphatase
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Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Serum
Test ID: ALP
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test
Method
Spectrophotometric (Kinetic rate method)
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
24-Mar-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate serum within 2 hours of collection. Store and send cold or frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | 8 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 60 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | Present |
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Test Version
24-Mar-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Spectrophotometric (Kinetic rate method)
Turnaround Time
2 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkaline Phosphatase | U/L |
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Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
24-Mar-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ALP | 62039Alkaline Phosphatase | U/L |
Test Version
24-Mar-2023