Synonyms
Pepsin
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Inter Science Institute (TSO)
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
5-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA lavender-top tube is also acceptable. Patient should be fasting 10-12 hours prior to collection of specimen. Antacids or other medications affecting stach acidity or gastrointestinal motility should be discontiunued, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 24 Hours; Frozen: 2 Weeks
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate serum or plasma as soon as possible and freeze immediatley. Requires TSO form.
Comments
Requires TSO form.
CPT Codes
83519
Revised
08-28-17
Initials
SL