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Lab Test Dictionary

Rheumatoid Factor (4418)

Methodology

Immunoturbidometric


Synonyms

RF

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano


Epic ID

LAB01047

Lab Test Days

Sunday-Friday

Standard TAT

3-5 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrigerate: 7 Days; Frozen: 90 Days

Test Volume Required

1 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Serum


CPT Codes

86431


Revised

09-19-19

Initials

SL