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LAB141
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Main Laboratory
Methodology
Enzymatic colorimetric
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-green top (lithium heparin
gel)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Alternative Specimen Type: Serum
Alternative Container/Tube: Gold, Serum gel
Alternative Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours
Reference Values
0-12 yrs: M: 2.0-6.0 mg/dL; F: 2.0-6.0 mg/dL
>12 yrs: M: 3-8.0 mg/dL; F: 2.5-7.0 mg/dL
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Test Classification:This test has been cleared
or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used
per manufacturer’s instructions.
CPT Code:
84550
Stability
5 days Refrigerated