Synonyms
Total protein, Body fluid
Specimen Type
Body Fluid
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB196
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
3 hrs
Stat TAT
1 hr
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1.0 ml body fluid
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Note type of fluid on req & specimen label
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
1.0 ml body fluid
Minimum Test Volume
0.6 ml body fluid
Processing Instructions
Have Med Tech evaluate specimen before accessioning Centrifuge & aliquot supernatant. Note specimen type on specimen label
Revised
01-17-06
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