Test Code AST AST-Aspartate Aminotransferase
Specimen Type
Blood
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Container
Mint Green-Lithium Heparin
Plasma/Refrigerate
STAT Turnaround Time
45 Minutes
Routine Turnaround Time
4 Hours
Methodology
NADH without P5P
Reference Range
0-1 Month: 25-75 Intnl Unit/mL
>1 Month-1 Year: 15-60 Intnl Unit/mL
>1 Year: 11-30 Intnl Unit/mL
CPT Code
84450