Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Synonyms
Zonegran
Specimen Type
Serum and Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
LAB01079
Lab Test Days
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (dark green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 45 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gel barrier/Serum separator tube (SST)
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum or Plasma
CPT Codes
80203
Revised
02-25-18
Initials
SL