CPT/HCPCS
85660
Order Code
CH501
Turnaround Time
24-48 hours
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Source
Whole blood
Transport Container
(Specimen Container)
(Specimen Container)
Lavender (K2-EDTA)
Preferred Specimens
Whole Blood
Collection Instructions
(Transport Temperature)
(Transport Temperature)
Transport at Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 30 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Reject Criteria
Gross Hemolysis
lipemia
Clotted
Special Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature. If multiple draw, collect lavender-top tube last.
Test Details
Methodology
Solubility
Reference Ranges
Negative
