Laboratory Medicine Program

Alpha-2 macroglobulin

Clinical Decription:
Alpha-2 macroglobulin is a protease inhibitor and one of the largest plasma proteins. Increased levels may be found in nephrotoic syndrome, liver cirrhosis and diabetes. Low levels may be found in patients with acute pancreatitis, hyperfibrinolytic states, septecemia, after major surgery and a severe hepatic insufficiency.

Method: Immunoassay; Optilite

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
1.02-2.59 g/L

Specimen Type: None
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 0.6 mL)

Shipping: 4C

Special Instructions: centrifuge and aliquot serum. ship serum at 2-8C or frozen at -10C or colder

Testing Schedule(s): Monday and Friday.

Turnaround Time: 7 days

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