Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB07980
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday; A.M.
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Allow specimen to clot at room temp and then centrifuge. Separate serum from cells as soon as possible. Avoid freezing and thawing.
CPT Codes
86778
Revised
09-27-22