Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Esoterix (TSO)
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
2-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Serum separator tube (SST) is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 2 Days; Refrigerated: 2 Days; Frozen: Not Established
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum within 1 hour of collection. Requires TSO form.
Comments
Esoterix test code: 500213. Requires TSO form.
CPT Codes
83003
Revised
08-29-17
Initials
SL