Test ID: FADA
Adenosine Deaminase, Fluid
Reference Values
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
Pleural Exudate:
Total protein >3.0 g/dL: 1.6-9.2 U/L
Pleural Transudate:
Total protein <3.0 g/dL: 0-6.7 U/L
Peritoneal Exudate:
Total protein >2.0 g/dL: 0-7.6 U/L
Peritoneal Transudate:
Total protein <2.0 g/dL: 0-7.6 U/L
Performance characteristics for specimen types other than pleural or peritoneal are unknown. Reference ranges have not been established.
Test Performed by: University of Minnesota Physicians Outreach Laboratory
420 Delaware St. S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55455


