ACE Angiotensin Converting Enzyme - Dr. Whitley
| Abbrev Code: | GACE | ||
| Order Code: | LAB5671 | Order Name: | Angiotension Converting ENZ for Gaucher Syn |
| Order Instructions: | Dr. Whitley only. Angiotensin Converting Enzyme, Serum (A1CE) is the preferred test. | ||
| Synonyms: | Gaucher Enzyme Assay; Gaucher Syndrome; Gaucher Biomarker | ||
| Methodology: | Kinetic | ||
| CPT Codes: | 82164 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 7-14 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Samples must be received by reference laboratory within 4 days of specimen collection. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 4.2 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia; quantity not sufficient for analysis; improper container; samples greater than 4 days old. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Separate serum from cells ASAP. Centrifuge and aliquot 2 mL. Store in freezer. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Genzyme (Integrated Genetics) New Mexico) |
| Referral Lab number: | 374 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
| Use: | ACE activity is a non-specific indicator of lipid storage and may be useful in monitoring the treatment of Gaucher disease. |
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