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Epic EAP: LAB173
Epic Description: TESTOSTERONE, FREE
Synonym
Free Testosterone
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
1 X 6.0 mL | 1 × 6.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 1 X 6.0 mL | 1 × 6.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Freeze specimen. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: TESF
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=TESTOSTERONE%2C+FREE
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
4 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Freeze specimen.
CPT Code Information
84402