Additional Information:
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB21006101
CPT Code(s):
82533
Specimen Requirements:
Important: Indicate the specimen collection date and time time when ordering this test.
Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
- If a red-top tube is used, transfer the separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Sample Volume: 0.8 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL (Repeat testing is not possible with this specimen volume.)
Storage: Store specimens at room temperature after collection.
Stability (collection to time of analysis/testing):
- Ambient: 14 days
- Refrigerated: 14 days
- Frozen: 14 days
- Freeze/Thaw cycles: Stable (x3)
Rejection Criteria:
- Citrate plasma specimen
- Improper labeling
Methodology:
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)
Reported:
3 – 5 days
Reference Values:
AM: 6.2-19.4 μg/dL