Methodology
Kinetic; Spectrophotometric
Specimen Type
Pleural Fluid
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Chantilly
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.1-0.5 mL Pleural Fluid
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 72 Hours; Frozen: 6 Month
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Pleural Fluid
Minimum Test Volume
0.1 mL Pleural Fluid
CPT Codes
84311
Revised
8/13/25
Initials
SA