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HelpTest Code CHLRBC Acetylcholinesterase, Erythrocytes
Reporting Name
Acetylcholinesterase, RBCUseful For
Detecting effects of remote (months) past exposure to cholinesterase inhibitors (organophosphate insecticide poisoning)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Medical Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Required
Specimen must arrive within 72 hours of draw.
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Additional Information: Date of draw is required.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated | |
Reference Values
31.2-61.3 U/g of hemoglobin
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Tuesday, Friday; 10 a.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
82482
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ACHS | Acetylcholinesterase, RBC | 49230-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ACHSR | Acetylcholinesterase, RBC | 49230-6 |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild reject; Gross reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild OK; Gross OK |
|
Icterus |
NA |
|
Other |
NA |
Method Name
Spectrophotometric-Thiocholine Production