Handbook of Clinical Laboratory Testing During Pregnancy

Alkaline phosphatase

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP, ALKP, ALPase, Alk Phos), or basic phosphatase, is a homodimeric protein enzyme of 86 kilodaltons.

Liver function tests

Liver function tests (LFTs or LFs), also referred to as a hepatic panel, are groups of blood tests that provide information about the state of a patient's liver.

Kaolin clotting time

Kaolin clotting time (KCT) is a sensitive test to detect lupus anticoagulants. There is evidence that suggests it is the most sensitive test for detecting lupus…

Transcortin

Transcortin, also known as corticosteroid-binding globulin (CBG) or serpin A6, is a protein produced in the liver in animals.