Test Code DRENP Direct Renin, Plasma
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB11237
Epic Description: DIRECT RENIN, PLASMA
Specimen Type
Plasma, ambient
Patient Preparation
Do not use this test for patients treated with Cathepsin B.
Specimen Required
Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
---|---|---|---|
Preferred | Lavender, EDTA | 2.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Collect in Lavender EDTA - DO NOT CHILL TUBE, this is an ambient collection. Must note patient position at collection (Supine or Upright).
Transport: Centrifuge at room temperature. Aliquot plasma immediately and freeze plasma immediately at -20 degrees. Send sample frozen. Samples must arrive in the Jeff Hwy lab by 3:00 pm for same day results. This test cannot be added on to another specimen.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Immunology Lab (Jeff Hwy, New Orleans Campus)
Assay Frequency
Monday - Friday until 3:00 pm
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen at room temperature. Aliquot plasma immediately and freeze immediately at -20 degrees. Store at -20 and send frozen.
CPT Code Information
84244