5 days at 15-30°C; 30 days at 2-8°C; 6 months at -20°C or colder
Performed
Monday - Friday; Days
Methodology
Enzymatic
Reported
1-4 days
Performing Lab
Chemistry
Synonyms
6933
ACE Ser QN
Reference Interval
20-70 Units/L
Clinical Interpretation
This test measures the activity of angiotensis converting enzyme (ACE, EC 3.4.15.1) in the blood. ACE is secreted by pulmonary and renal endothelial cells and catalyzes the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. ACE is primarily ordered to help diagnose and monitor sarcoidosis.
CPT Codes
82164
LOINC Codes
NAME
LOINC
Order
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme QN
2742-5
Result
ACE Ser QN
2742-5
Test Code (Outreach Synonym)
6933
Catalog Code
8023739605
Collection
Collect
Blood, Gold
Preferred Draw Volume
3 mL
Minimum Draw Volume
0.5 mL
Other Acceptable Containers
Lt Green
Pediatric Collection
1 gold microtainer
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability (from collection to initiation)
5 days at 15-30°C; 30 days at 2-8°C; 6 months at -20°C or colder
Ordering
Performed
Monday - Friday; Days
Methodology
Enzymatic
Reported
1-4 days
Performing Lab
Chemistry
Synonyms
6933
ACE Ser QN
Result Interpretation
Reference Interval
20-70 Units/L
Clinical Interpretation
This test measures the activity of angiotensis converting enzyme (ACE, EC 3.4.15.1) in the blood. ACE is secreted by pulmonary and renal endothelial cells and catalyzes the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. ACE is primarily ordered to help diagnose and monitor sarcoidosis.
