Methodology
Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Synonyms
Glutathione Synthase; Reduces Glutathione, Blood
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Mayo Medical Lab
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
10-13 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-6 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
ACD Solution B (Yellow-Top) Tube
Collection Instructions
Immediately refrigerate. Do NOT place sample on direct ice as this could cause hemolysis. No sharing specimen with other tests.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 20 Days (Preferred); Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis
Test Volume Required
6 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Immediately refrigerate. Do NOT place sample on direct ice as this could cause hemolysis. No sharing specimen with other tests. Order in Mayolink and send sample with Mayo courier Monday-Friday.
CPT Codes
82978
Revised
1/4/24
Initials
SA