Methodology
Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Interscience Institute
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
10 mL Blood
Container Type
ISI GI Preservative Tube
Collection Instructions
ISI GI Preservative Tubes are located in the fridge. Tube must be pre-chilled prior to collection. Call lab for special tube. Patient should be fasting for 10-12 hours prior to collection. Patient should not be on any medications or supplements that may influence: Cholecystokinin (CCK), Glucose, Growth Hormone, Insulin and/or Somatostatin levels, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=Unacceptable; Refrigerated=Unacceptable; Frozen=30 Days
Test Volume Required
3 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Plasma
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
01-26-21
Initials
SL
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