HIT Antibodies Serotonin Release Assay
Additional Codes
LAB5617
Performing Laboratory
Versiti Labs (Blood Center of Wisconsin)
Methodology
C-Serotonin Release Assay
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Blue (Sodium Citrate)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Transport Instructions: Send FedEx overnight Priority Monday thru Friday.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Saturday
Turnaround Time:
1 Day
Specimen must be received in the Laboratory by 1600 to ensure results by the next day (results are typically back in the afternoon by 5PM).
Reference Values
Negative
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86022
Additional Information
Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube:
1 red-top tube
Laboratory Processing Instructions: Available as reflex to HIT antibody. Spin down and aliquot at least 1mL. Send refrigerated.