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HelpTest ID GAL1 GALAD Score, Serum
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HCCGS / Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk Panel with GALAD Score, Serum
Gender, Age, Alpha-fetoprotein L3% (AFP-L3), AFP, Des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (GALAD) Model Score Calculation
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HCCGS / Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk Panel with GALAD Score, Serum.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reporting Name
GALAD Model ScoreSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| GAL1 | GALAD Model Score | 96450-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| GAL1 | GALAD Model Score | 96450-2 |
Useful For
Calculation of the GALAD (gender, age, alpha-fetoprotein L3% [AFP-L3], AFP, des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin) model score for hepatocellular carcinoma development in patients with chronic liver disease
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Test Classification
Not ApplicableSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HCCGS / Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk Panel with GALAD Score, Serum
Not applicable