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AST
minimum sample volume required ~ 5ml
Test Code: AST
Tube type: SST
Other acceptable tube types
Lithium heparin (pale green)
Special instructions
None
Reference Range
0 - 14 days: <150
15 - 365 days: <60
1 - 7 years: <40
Male 8+ years: <50
Female 8+ years: <35
Units
IU/L
Linked to
LFT
Turnaround Time
1
day
Department: Biochemistry
Clinical Application
ALT preferred in investigation of liver dysfunction as more specific. Measurement of AST:ALT ratio has fallen out of use.
