Specimen:

Whole Blood

Collection Medium:

Minimum:

Full draw any size lavender top tube

Testing
Schedule:

Testing is performed on Wednesday only; sample should be in the lab by 
Tuesday.  Results reported on Thursday.

Analytic Time:

3 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

0%

Methodology:

High Pressure Liquid Chromatography

Sample
Processing:

Submit whole blood in original container.

Sample
Storage:

Refrigerate.

Transport
Instructions:

Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.

CPT Code:

83021