Methodology
Extraction and Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Immunoassay
Synonyms
Alpha MSH
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Pan Laboratories
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Wednesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-6 mL Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Fasting specimen is preferred. Patient should be free from any medication for 2 days prior to collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 6 Hours; Frozen: 90 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp; Received refrigerated
Test Volume Required
3 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Plasma
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
04-06-17
Initials
SL