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HelpTest Code AST Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Plasma or Serum
Performing Laboratory
Chilton Hospital Laboratory-ChemistryMethodology
Multi-point RateSpecimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or serumContainer/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), gold or tiger top (serum gel)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Rejection: Any hemolysis
Specimen Transport Temperature
AmbientReference Values
MalesAdults: 17-59 U/L (age-specific)
Females
Adults: 14-36 U/L (age-specific)
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through SundayTurnaround Time:
Routine-8 hours