Human Placental Lactogen
Test Mnemonic
HPL
CPT Codes
- 83632 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Dpt of Lab Med & Pathology
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Frozen |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 90 days |
Days Performed
Thu
Turnaround Time
2 - 12 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |
Clinical Info
Measure placental reserve and, indirectly, measure fetal distress. This test is of most use in hypertensive patients.