| Synonyms:
| None listed |
| Specimen: | Blood; (1) SST (serum separator), Red (no preservative) or Green (lithium heparin) top vacutainer tube. |
| Volume: | Full primary tube |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.1 mL |
| Collection: | Collect sample in a chilled tube and keep on ice until processed. Prolong storage at room temperature leads to decreased levels.
If tube other than an SST is collected, transfer serum or plasma to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 45 minutes of collection.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C for up to 3 days; freeze at -20°C for up to 4 weeks. |
| Rejection Criteria: | Imcorrect specimen type; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | See report |
| Methodology: | Immunologic |
| Test Use: | |
| Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
| Testing Includes: | Specimen sent to LabCorp. LabCorp test # 001560. |
| Testing Facility: | LabCorp |