Extra Red Tube
Label Mnemonic: RE
Epic code: LAB3101
Downtime form: A-1a Doctor/Provider Orders - Pathology Core and Specialty Care Nursery
Chemistry
6240 RCP
356-3527
Specimen(s):
Serum
Collection Medium:
Red top tube 5 mL (Clot Activator)
Minimum:
3.0 mL whole blood from red top tube or microtainer®
Comments:
These specimens are intended for cases where add-on orders are anticipated and/or for specified protocols.

Specimen viability for add-on will vary from assay to assay. Specimens stored for 3 days.