Methodology
Direct RIA in dilute serum
Synonyms
CBG
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Esoterix
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Standard TAT
5-10 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 48 Hours; Froze
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.1 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum within one hour of collection.
CPT Codes
84449
Revised
03-29-15
Initials
SL
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