Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to National Jewish (TSO)
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Varies
Standard TAT
4 Weeks
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Mix sample thoroughly.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 1 Year
Test Volume Required
1 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.25 mL Plasma
Processing Instructions
Centrifgue at room tem within a half hour of collection. Transfer cell-free plasma to a clean tube and immediately freeze. Requires TSO form.
Comments
National Jewish test code: FBL. Requires TSO form.
CPT Codes
86160
Revised
07-10-17
Initials
SL