Collection Procedure:
Serum gel tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Requirements:
Type: Peripheral blood
Container/Tube:
- Serum, gel
- Plasma, gel
Sample Volume: 0.5mL
Stability (collection to time of analysis/testing): Protect from exposure to air.
- Ambient: 24 hours
Unacceptable Conditions: Moderate to gross hemolysis
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Reference Values:
22-30 MMOL/L