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Alpha-2-Macroglobulin, Serum

Test ID: A2MG

Test

Method

Binding Site Optilite (Turbidimetry)

Report Includes

α-2-Macroglobulin

Specimens

Serum

Test Location

Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2

Test Version

16-Mar-2023

Specimen

Specimens

Serum

Collection Containers

Red top (no additive)

Sample Volume

1 mL

Collection & Handling

Handling Information

Separate and freeze within 24 hours of collection. Store and send frozen.

Stability

Refrigerated 24 hours
Frozen Over 24 hours

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis Gross

Test Version

16-Mar-2023

Performance / Interpretation

Method

Binding Site Optilite (Turbidimetry)

Turnaround Time

18 days

Results

Name Units Reference Range Conversion Factor
α-2-Macroglobulin g/L
  • 0.74 - 2.98
Lower reportable limit 0.23 g/L
Upper reportable limit 5.44 g/L

Test Location

Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2

Test Version

16-Mar-2023

Interface / Setup

HL7 Interface Codes

Order Code Result Codes Units
A2MG 3141α-2-Macroglobulin g/L

Test Version

16-Mar-2023