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Epic EAP: LAB2698
Epic Description: MYELOPEROXIDASE ANTIBODY (MPO)
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 5.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 3 X 0.6 mL | 2 X 0.6 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 3 X 0.6 mL | 2 X 0.6 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrgerate specimen if holding overnight. Transport refrigerated on ice packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 0.5 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
LSU Special Chemistry lab
Assay Frequency
Monday – Saturday
Routine Turnaround Time
3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate specimen if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
83516