Methodology
Immunoassay
Synonyms
Xylocaine
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics SD RRL
Epic ID
LAB01390
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Stat TAT
STAT Only
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Collect as a trough just prior to next dose. Gel barrier tubes are unacceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrig: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Send to Quest STAT. Call Quest courier for pick up (866) 697-8378 option 3, 6, and 2. (Acct # 92123990). Alternative number for STAT pick up (800) 741-8939.
CPT Codes
80176
Revised
08-05-16
Initials
KP