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HelpTest Code PCHDI Pseudocholinesterase, Dibucaine Inhibition
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB976
Epic Description: PSUEDOCHOLINESTERASE DIBUCAINE INHIB
Synonym
Dibucaine inhibition
Pseudocholinesterase Phenotype
Collection Limitations
For surgical cases, draw prior to surgery or 2 days after surgery. Do not draw in recovery room.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
| Alternate | Dark Green, Sodium Heparin – No Gel OR Lavender, EDTA | 5.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into plastic vial ASAP. Indicate serum or plasma on vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight. Home Health Agencies: Not available for collection by Home Health.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 20159
http://ltd.aruplab.com/Tests/Pub/0020159
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
2 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into plastic vial ASAP. Indicate serum or plasma on vial. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.