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Biomarkers · Chemical

Galectin-3

Primary unit
ng/mL
LOINC codes
83099-2, 62419-7
Tests that measure Galectin-3
Labcorp 3, Quest Diagnostics 1

Tests

Check the catalog code, specimen, method and preparation for every test that measures Galectin-3. Select up to five tests to compare them side by side.

Labcorp 3 tests

Single-analyte tests

  • Galectin-3 004110

    Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 4 - 6 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Enzyme immunoassay (EIA)
    Collection
    Transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube.
    Labcorp catalog page

Panels that include this biomarker

  • Galectin-3 With B-Type Natriuretic Peptide 140080

    2 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 3 - 7 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    See individual test components.
    Collection
    Frozen EDTA plasma: Do not collect in glass. Collect in a plastic lavender-top (EDTA) tube. Centrifuge and transfer the plasma into a LabCorp PP transpak frozen purple tube with screw cap (LabCorp ID 23751). The specimen should be frozen immediately and maintained frozen until tested. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested. Serum or EDTA plasma: Transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube.
    Labcorp catalog page

  • Galectin-3 With NT-proBNP 142005

    2 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 4 - 7 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    See individual test components.
    Collection
    If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
    Labcorp catalog page

Quest Diagnostics 1 test

Single-analyte tests

  • Galectin-3 92768

    Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround Set up: Mon-Sat

    Method and collection
    Method
    Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
    Collection
    1. Collect and label sample according to standard protocols. 2. Gently invert tube 5 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE. 3. Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes. 4. Centrifuge for 10 minutes. 5. Store and transport refrigerated.
    Reference notes
    <17.9 ng/mL
    Quest Diagnostics catalog page

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