Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Synonyms
C-Terminal pro-vasopressin; CT-provAVP; Arginine Vasopressin (AVP, Antidiuretic Hormone, ADH)
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB09140
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Standard TAT
3-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 72 Hours; Frozen: 28 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum or Plasma
CPT Codes
86255
Revised
07-25-19
Initials
SL