Method Name
Reference Laboratory
Aliases
Leukocyte Alkaline Phosphatase; LAP, LAP
Specimen Required
Prepare smears on six (frosted end) slides from either fingerstick blood or immediately after drawing into heparin vacutainer and mixing. Air dry the slides and label with patient’s name. Submit all. Note: Do not use EDTA anticoagulant. Do not fix sli
Specimen Minimum Volume
2 freshly made blood smears
Specimen Stability Information
Deliver to the Laboratory with 12 hours of collection. Smears are stable at room temperature for up to 7 days.
Performing Laboratory
Monday – Friday. Turn around time is 3-7 days.
Reference Values
25 – 130