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HelpTest Code DEPST Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), Serum or Plasma
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB522
Epic Description: DHEA
Synonym
Dehydroepiandrosterone, serum
Collection Limitations
Samples collected during morning hours are preferred (between 6-10 am).
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel OR Lavender, EDTA OR Green, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel | 5.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum or plasma into plastic vial ASAP. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 2001640
Assay Frequency
Sunday – Saturday
Routine Turnaround Time
4 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum or plasma into plastic vial ASAP. Transport to laboratory. packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
82626