Methodology
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Synonyms
GDF-15
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Mayo Medical Lab
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Varies
Standard TAT
8-15 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1 mL Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in a sodium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable. Do not expose specimen to heat or direct sunlight.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 28 Days; Refrigerated: 90 Days; Frozen: 90 Days
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Plasma
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
08-08-18