Methodology
Extraction, Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Synonyms
Pancreatic Hypercalcemic Factor
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01087
Lab Test Days
Monday
Standard TAT
8 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-6 mL Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is required.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 24 Hours; Frozen: 28 Days
Rejection Criteria
Moderate or gross icterus
Test Volume Required
3 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1.1 mL Plasma
CPT Codes
82943
Revised
05-11-16
Initials
SL