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Biomarkers · Chemical

Protein, Body Fluid

Primary unit
g/dL
LOINC codes
2881-1
Tests that measure Protein, Body Fluid
Labcorp 1

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Labcorp 1 test

Single-analyte tests

  • Protein, Total, Body Fluid 019588

    Body fluid · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 1 - 2 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Colorimetric
    Preparation
    Usual aseptic aspiration procedure
    Collection
    Tube must be labeled with patient's full name and type of fluid collected.
    Reference notes
    • Peritoneal: Not established • Pleural: − Transudate: <3 g/dL − Exudate: >3 g/dL • Synovial: <2.5 g/dL The method performance specifications have not been established for this test in body fluid. The test result should be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.
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