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HelpTest Code HCQ Hydroxychloroquine (blood)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB8354
Epic Description: HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE (PLAQUENIL),BLOOD
Synonym
Plaquenil level
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Collect a full lavender EDTA tube. Do not centrifuge. Do not freeze. Transport at room temperature. Home Health Agencies: Transport to lab within 4 hours at room temperature.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab NMS via Quest Houston
Reference Lab: Quest Houston
https://testdirectory.questdiagnostics.com/test/test-detail/3333/hydroxychloroquine-blood?p=h&cc=DAL
Assay Frequency
Sunday - Saturday
Routine Turnaround Time
7-10 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Do not centrifuge. Do not freeze.
CPT Code Information
80299