Test Category: Biochemistry
Investigation Name:Caeruloplasmin
Accreditation:UKAS ISO15189:2022 Accredited test: On scope
Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Units:g/L
Minimum Sample Volume:Adults: 1ml
Infants: 0.5 mL
Expected Turnaround Time:7 working days from receipt
Test Code:CAER
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Maximum Add on Time:3 days
Complex Reference Range:Paediatric Ref Ranges <4m 0.08-0.23 4m-1y 0.12-0.35 1y-12y 0.15-0.47
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Indication: Investigation of Wilson's disease.
Serum concentrations of caeruloplasmin (and copper) in Wilson's are usually low. However, depending on the stage of the disorder, serum copper may be normal or even increased, and caeruloplasmin may be normal.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
Contact Number:01902 307 999 Ext 88266
