Methodology
Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to ViraCor
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
2-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red-Top Tube
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (dark green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp-OK/Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 28 Days; Refrigerated: 28 Days; Frozen: 1 Year
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.1 mL Serum or Plasma
CPT Codes
86003
Revised
11/4/25
Initials
SA