Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Synonyms
cpeptide
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB521
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 mL Blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
SST (yellow) or Red-top tubes also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge and separate. Deliver directly to chemistry during day-shift Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Any other time, place specimens in the refrigerator near processing.
CPT Codes
84681
Revised
07-02-14
Initials
KM