Methodology
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Synonyms
ACE
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB00916
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
EDTA is not acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 60 Days
Rejection Criteria
EDTA plasma
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge refrigerated within 1 hour of collection. Separate serum from clot. EDTA is not acceptable.
CPT Codes
82164
Revised
11-29-16
Initials
SL