Methodology
Nephelometry
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
LAB01073
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 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/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 90 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis; Gross lipemia; Gross icterus
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
CPT Codes
84466
Revised
01-01-17
Initials
SL