Methodology
Mass Spectrometry (MS)
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01097
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
5-6 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1.5-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in a sodium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 10 Months
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.6 mL Serum or Plasma
CPT Codes
83921
Revised
11-29-17
Initials
SL