Transferrin

Label Mnemonic:	TRFN
Epic code:	LAB958
Order form:	Laboratory Requisition
Supply order:	Supply Order Form
Billing:	Billing Policies
CPT code:	84466

Specimen(s):

Plasma

Collection Medium:

Plasma Separator Tube 4.5 mL

Minimum:

3 mL whole blood from light green top tube or ONE Microtainer^® for pediatric patients. Avoid hemolysis.

Testing Schedule:

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

Turn Around Time:

1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

200-360 mg/dL

Reference range changed September 25, 2013.

Comments:

Fasting Sample preferred.

Test Limitations:

Hemolysis = 1000
Lipemia = 500
Icterus = 60

Methodology:

Immunoturbidimetric

Sample Processing:

Centrifuge at a speed and time necessary to get barrier separation of plasma/serum and cells within 1 hour of collection. Send specimen in original tube. Do Not transfer to another tube.
Each sample must be labeled with at least TWO full patient identifiers (First/Last Name & DOB are sufficient for non-UIHC affiliated clients) to avoid sample rejection/delays.

Sample Storage:

Refrigerate.

Transport Instructions:

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

See also:
Ferritin, Plasma
Iron Panel (IRON, TRANSFERRIN, TIBC and % SATURATION), Plasma
Transferrin, Plasma