CARBOHYDRATE-DEFICIENT TRANSFERRIN (CDT)(SERUM)
This test measures the level of CDT in the blood, which increases with chronic alcohol consumption. It is used to screen for alcohol abuse and monitor alcohol-related liver damage.
No special preparations needed
- Carbohydrate Deficient Transferrin(cdt)(nephelometry)
- Transferrin (immunoturbidimetry)
- % Cdt (calculated)
Test code
4521
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | 2 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Collection instructions
10- 12 hours fasting ( Over night Fasting) is recommended. Patient can drink water during fasting period. Intake of caloric food, coffee, diet soda/gum strictly not allowed during fasting period. Serum should be stored & transported stricly in cold condition. Provide Age, gender, medication & clinical details .Lipemic & hameolysed sample should be avoided.
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Every Day TIME - 09:00
Turn around time
10 Working Days
Performing locations
Department
- Local Send Out
CPT and Loinc codes
Package price
₹9000
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