Methodology
Enzymatic
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Chantilly
Epic ID
LAB00929
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
4-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Gold (SST)
Collection Instructions
Fasting for at least 8 hours is required.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Indefinite
Rejection Criteria
Unspun serum separator tubes (SST); Samples collected in red-top (no gel) tubes
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge within 1 hour of collection.
CPT Codes
82239
Revised
10-01-15
Initials
SL