Obstetric Panel, Serum

Obstetric Panel

Order Code:	OBP
Order Form:	Laboratory Requisition

Specimen:

Serum

Alternate Collection Media:

Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.

Minimum:

0.5 mL of serum and at least one half-full Lavender tube.

Testing Schedule:

24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Analytic Time:

Specimens analyzed on day received

Reference Range:

Refer to individual components.

Comments:

Follow the sample processing instructions in order to limit the preanalytical variables which can effect results. Contact the Technical Service Representative if you need assistance.

Methodology:

Refer to individual components.

Sample Processing:

Lavender tube is sent as whole blood, no processing necessary.
Allow the specimen to clot for approximately 30 minutes.
Centrifuge at 3000 RPM for 10 minutes.
Label transport tube with two patient identifiers, date and time of collection.
If the separator gel does not create a sufficient barrier between the plasma and cells, aliquot the plasma to an appropriate transport vial.

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:

80055