Bone-Specific Alkaline Phosphatase

Test ID: 

702801

CPT code:

84080

Synonyms:

BAP

Ostase®

Skeletal Alkaline Phosphatase (SALP)

Clinical Use:

Quantitative measurement of skeletal alkaline phosphatase to be used as an aid in the management of patients with Paget disease and osteoporosis

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Gel-barrier tube or transport tube

Collection:

Separate serum from cells within 45 minutes of collection. If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Stability Requirements:

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; quantity not sufficient for analysis