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AST

Alternative Names:Aspartate AminoTransferase
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:AST
Registration Instructions:

Not part of LFT; must be ordered separately, or if LFT also requested use code LFTA.

Specimen Types:Serum
Plasma
Container Types:
SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
Collection & Request Instructions:Retrospective testing within 7 days
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Daily