Additional Information:
Samples should be collected from fasting patients. Morning samples are preferred, as iron values decrease by 30 percent during the course of the day.
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB94
CPT Code(s):
83540
Specimen Requirements:
Type: Serum or plasma
Container/Tube: Serum gel or heparinized plasma
Sample Volume: Submit full tube
Minimum volume: 0.5 mL serum or plasma
Preparation:
- Send specimens in their original tubes.
- Centrifuge tubes if there is a delay in transport of more than 1 hour.
Storage:
- Samples are stable for up to 4 days at 15 – 25°C.
- Samples are stable for up to 7 days at 2 – 8ºC.
Unacceptable Conditions: Samples with moderate or marked hemolysis will be rejected.
Specimen Retention Time: 5 days
Use:
Iron measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis and chronic renal disease.
Methodology:
TPTZ – no deproteinization
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Reference Values:
50-212 μg/dL