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Lab Test Dictionary

Retinol Binding Protein (791)

Methodology

Fixed Time Nephelometry


Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano


Epic ID

Other Reference Test

Lab Test Days

Tuesday and Friday

Standard TAT

3-7 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-4 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Collection Instructions

Fasting for at least 12 hours is required.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp=4 Hours; Refrigerated=20 Days; Frozen=180 Days

Rejection Criteria

Moderately Hemolyzed; Grossly Hemolyzed; Plasma; Viscous Fluids, Synovial, Joint, Knee, and Pleural

Test Volume Required

2 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Serum

Processing Instructions

Avoid hemolysis.


CPT Codes

83883


Revised

07-28-21