| Test Name: |
ALANINE AMINOTRANSFERASE (ALT, SGPT) |
| Test Code: |
2120177 |
| Alias: |
ALT
LAB132
SGPT
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| CPT Code(s): |
84460
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| Preferred Specimen: |
1.0 mL serum |
| Container: |
SST (gold) |
| Alternate Container: |
Lithium Heparin (lt green)
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| Minimum Volume: |
0.3 mL serum or plasma
This volume does not allow for repeat testing. |
| Collection Instructions: |
Allow specimen to completely clot (this can take up to 60 minutes). Centrifuge for 15 minutes. If the specimen is collected in a tube without a gel barrier, centrifuge and transfer the plasma into a properly labeled transfer tube within 2 hours of collection. |
| Transport Temperature: |
Refrigerated |
| Stability: |
Refrigerated: 3 days |
| Rejection Criteria: |
Hemolysis |
| Schedule: |
Set up Daily; Results in 24-48 hours |
| Method: |
Based on principles outlined by Wroblewski and LaDue. |
| Clinical Significance: |
ALT measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of certain liver diseases (e.g. viral hepatitis and cirrhosis) and heart disease. |
| Use: |
Updated 02/17/22 |
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Reference Range Table
| Result |
Units |
Gender |
Age |
Range |
| ALT (SGPT) |
IU/L |
Female |
0 Year - 999 Year |
9-43 |
| ALT/(SGPT) |
IU/L |
Male |
0 Year - 999 Year |
11-51 |
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