Methodology
ELISA
Synonyms
Metalloproteinase-7; MMP-7
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
CHS of Texas/CMC of Dallas
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Standard TAT
2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Gold (SST)
Collection Instructions
Place specimen on wet ice immediately after collection and send to lab.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 2 Hours; Frozen: 6 Months
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum within 2 hours of collection and freeze immediately. Complete a CHS of Texas/CMC of Dallas general test requisition and submit with specimen frozen Monday-Thursday, no weekends or holidays. Ship Samples to: Metabolics Laboratory Children’s Medical Center 1935 Medical District Drive Dallas, Tx 75235
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
8/17/23
Initials
SA