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Lab Test Dictionary

Ceruloplasmin, Serum (CERS)

Methodology

Nephelometric Assay


Synonyms

Copper Oxidase; Ferroxidase; Kayser-Fleishcer Ring; Wilson's Disease

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Mayo Medical Lab


Epic ID

LAB09042

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1-3 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Collection Instructions

Patient should be fasting (4 hours preferred, nonfasting acceptable).


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days (Preferred); Frozen: 30 Days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; Gross lipemia; Gross icterus

Test Volume Required

1 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Serum


CPT Codes

82390


Revised

12-20-18