Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB00821
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 mL Blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Fasting sample preferred. Serum collected in a (red-top) or serum separator tube (SST) are also acceptable. Avoid hemolysis.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis
Test Volume Required
1 mL Plasma or Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Plasma or Serum
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge and separate serum or plasma. Deliver directly to chemistry on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Any other time, place specimens in the refrigerator.
CPT Codes
83525
Revised
05-11-14
Initials
SL