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HelpTest Code GAL2 Probability of Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Serum
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HCCGS / Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk Panel with GALAD Score, Serum.
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Â Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Calculation of the risk for patients with chronic liver disease to develop hepatocellular carcinoma
Reporting Name
Probability of HCCSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days | |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HCCGS / Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk Panel with GALAD Score, Serum
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
3 monthsPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| GAL2 | Probability of HCC | 96709-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| GAL2 | Probability of HCC | 96709-1 |