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Ceruloplasmin Test
General DescriptionCopper is transported through the body by means of a protein called ceruloplasmin. The availability of this protein in the body is used to predict the potential for toxic copper accumulated in the individual. Copper that is not bound to ceruloplasmin for transport is considered more toxic than copper which is bound. Up to six atoms of copper can be bound to each molecule of ceruloplasmin. Low values of ceruloplasmin are found in Wilson’s disease, malnutrition, and Menkes kinky hair syndrome. High values of ceruloplasmin are found in pregnancy, infections, inflammation, tissue necrosis, trauma, and with estrogen or antiseizure drug use. Analyte ListCeruloplasmin Turn Around TimeThe turn around time for this test is 1-3 weeks, unless unforeseen circumstances arise. Specimen Requirements0.5 mL of serum drawn into a royal blue-topped no additive tube is the absolute minimum. 1 mL of serum is preferred. The serum must be removed from the specimen within 4 hours of collection. CPT Code82390 Kit InstructionsFor blood instructions please click here. |
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