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Epic EAP: LAB315
Epic Description: HEINZ BODIES
Synonym
Heinz Body Preparation
Collection Limitations
Collect Monday through Thursday A.M. only. Sample must be received in Sendout Lab by 1 P.M.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
2 – Lavender, EDTA |
2 X 3.0 mL | 2 X 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Dark Green, Sodium Heparin – No Gel | 2 X 3.0 mL | 2 X 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Specimen cannot be held overnight. Sample must reach Main Campus Laboratory by 1 P.M. Monday-Thursday only. Sample is only stable for 96 hours. Transport refrigerated.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum 5.0 mL
Minimum 5.0 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 49090
http://ltd.aruplab.com/Tests/Pub/0049090
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday (excluding holidays)
Routine Turnaround Time
2 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Deliver to Sendout Lab immediately. Sample is only stable for 96 hours. Store and transport refrigerated.
CPT Code Information
85441
85445