| EX0023 ACID PHOSPHATASE, TOTAL |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Keep the whole specimen refrigerated until serum can be separated. Separate serum, add 2 drops (60 uL) of 5% Acetic acid and mix. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| NA |
1 week |
2 weeks |
|
| Method: |
Spectrophotometry |
| Comment: |
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| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Total Acid Phosphatase levels increase in the presence of progressive and metastasizing prostate carcinoma, the increase being dependent on the stage of the disease. Increased levels are also seen in Gaucher’s disease, Niemann Pick disease, 1–2 days post prostate surgery, biopsy or manipulation, Benign Prostate Hyperplasia, Prostatitis, and Prostate Infarction. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Oncologist |
| Disease: |
Disorders of Prostate Gland |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Biochemistry |
| Pre Test Information: |
No special preparation required |
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