Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday and Wednesday
Standard TAT
3-8 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 days; Refrigerated: 14 days; Frozen: 21 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL serum
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
11-14-19
Initials
SL