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HelpTest ID GAL3 Galectin-3, Serum
Useful For
Aiding in the prognosis for patients diagnosed with heart failure
Risk stratification of patients with heart failure
An early indication of treatment failure and as a therapeutic target
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Frozen (preferred) | 365 days |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Reference Values
<24 months: Not established
2-17 years: ≤25.0 ng/mL
≥18 years: ≤22.1 ng/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday
CPT Code Information
82777
Report Available
1 to 8 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.