Synonyms
K
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB114
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
3 hrs
Stat TAT
1 hr
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Minimum 1 ml blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Avoid hemolysis when drawing (Gold or red top tube is also acceptable)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
0.3 ml plasma (or serum)
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 ml plasma (or serum)
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge & separate Hemolyzed specimens will be rejected If specimen is hemolyzed notify Med Tech
CPT Codes
84132
Revised
06-20-06
Initials
LGS