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Alkaline Phosphatase Isoenzymes (Blood)

Alternate Names
Alkaline Phosphatase Fractionation, ALP electrophoresis
Test Code
APEPG
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

Serum Alkaline Phosphatase result must be at least 130 IU/L for analysis to be performed.

Please note that this is a semi-quantitative analysis by electrophoresis and is not performed daily. Contact laboratory for further details.

Collection Instructions

A fasting sample is preferred.

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Once every 3 weeks
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability

This test cannot be added after 72 hours. 

Container ID
S, SP
CSR Instructions

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions

Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
Biochemistry, St Vincent's Hospital Pathology
Accredited Test
Yes