Gamma-glutamyl transferase (γ-GT) is a cellular enzyme with wide tissue
distribution in the body, primarily in the kidney, pancreas, liver and prostate.
Measurements of gamma-glutamyl transferase (γ-GT) activity are used in
the diagnosis and treatment of hepatobiliary diseases such biliary
obstruction, cirrhosis or liver tumours1,2,5,6.
Clinical diagnosis should not be made on a single test result; it should
integrate clinical and other laboratory data.
STORAGE AND STABILITY
All the components of the kit are stable until the expiration date on the label
when stored tightly closed at 2-8ºC, protected from light and contaminations
prevented during their use.
Do not use reagents over the expiration date.
Signs of reagent deterioration:
- Presence of particles and turbidity.
- Blank absorbance (A) at 405 nm 1,20.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Autoanalyzer Spintech 240.
- General laboratory equipment
SAMPLES
Serum1
-γ-GT is stable for at least 3 days at 2-8ºC, 8 hours at 15-25ºC and
1 month at – 20ºC.
QUALITY CONTROL
Control sera are recommended to monitor the performance of assay procedures:
SPINTROL H Normal and Pathologic (Ref. 1002120 and 1002210).
If control values are found outside the defined range, check the instrument,
reagents and technique for problems.
Each laboratory should establish its own Quality Control scheme and corrective
actions if controls do not meet the acceptable tolerances.
