Methodology
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Mayo Medical Lab
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
3-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=Unacceptable; Refrigerated=72 Hours; Frozen=Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis
Test Volume Required
2 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Order in Mayolink and send with Mayo courier Monday-Friday. Specimen must arrive within 72 hours of collection.
CPT Codes
83050, 83060