Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (Ace)

Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

ACE

Referral code

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Test information

Used in investigation of sarcoid, and cause of hypercalcaemia Elevated levels are found in sarcoidosis. Elevated levels have been reported in Gaucher’s disease (an inherited disorder of lipid metabolism). ACE Inhibitors can cause a low result

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Unsuitable if bilirubin raised

Reference range

8 – 52 u/L

Tube type

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SST

Special requirements

Serum

Minimum volume

100 uL

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

2 weeks

TAT GP/Outpatient

2 weeks

Referral lab

Dept of Clinical Chemistry, Hereford Hospital