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Epic EAP: LAB80
Epic Description: GASTRIN
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel – Place immediately on ice. |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel – Place immediately on ice. | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Place tube immediately on ice after collection. Centrifuge specimen, aliquot serum into plastic vial and freeze immediately. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 0.5 mL
Minimum 0.2 mL
Performing Lab
Special Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
Twice/Week
Routine Turnaround Time
3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Keep tube on ice and process immediately. Centrifuge specimen, aliquot serum into plastic vial and freeze immediately.
CPT Code Information
82941
Patient Preparation
Patient must be fasting overnight, preferably 12 hours or more.