Methodology
Chromatography
Synonyms
Nembutal
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics SD RRL
Epic ID
LAB2365
Lab Test Days
Monday-Sunday (available STAT)
Stat TAT
STAT Only
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen just before next dose. Whole blood/plasma collected in heparin, oxalate/fluoride, or EDTA is also acceptable. Gel barrier tubes are unacceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 5 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Serum separator tubes (SST)
Test Volume Required
3 mL Serum, Plasma or Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum, Plasma or Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Send to Quest STAT. Call Quest courier for pick up (866) 697-8378 option 3, 6, and 2. (Acct # 92123990). Alternative number for STAT pick up (800) 741-8939.
CPT Codes
80345, G0480
Revised
08-04-22