CERULOPLASMIN
| Ceruloplasmin is an acute phase protein and a transport protein for copper. It is decreased in Wilson’s disease, an autosomal recessive disorder. Low levels may also occur in Menkes syndrome which is a genetic defect in copper absorption |
Pre-test Information : Overnight fasting is preferred |
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Report Delivery : Same day |
CERULOPLASMIN
| Test Code | C-38 |
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| Test Description | **CERULOPLASMIN |
| Clinical Category | LIVER DISORDERS |
| Sample | 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Overnight fasting is preferred |
| Method/Technology | NEPHLOMETRY |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |