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Caeruloplasmin

Also known as: Ceruloplasmin; CER

Caeruloplasmin is a copper binding protein. Essential in the investigation of suspected Wilson's disease. Caeruloplasmin levels also rise as part of the acute phase response.

Specimen requirements

Serum 1ml

Cost

Price on application

Laboratory turnaround time

3 days

Laboratory method

Turbidimetry

Reference range/units

16-60 mg/dl

Associated tests

Not applicable

Sample stability

2 weeks at 2-8ÂșC

Shipping and storage

UK and Ireland

Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.

International

Ambient temperature if courier will deliver within 72 hours otherwise consider refrigerated transport. Freezing is not a requirement.

Ensure delivery Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30.

Further information and contact details

For further information, email immunologylab.enquiries@ouh.nhs.uk

Last reviewed:06 October 2023