Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=5 Days; Refrigerated=7 Days; Frozen=28 Days
Test Volume Required
1 ml Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
Included Tests
Diluted and Undiluted Prolactin.
CPT Codes
84146 (x2)
Revised
04-07-20
Initials
SL