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Epic EAP: LAB531
Epic Description: PROLACTIN
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
Collect in RED, no preservative, no gel tube for SHREVEPORT sites.
All other sites :
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Green, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel |
4.5 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 4.5 mL | 1.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. . If holding overnight, aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial and refrigerate. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma or Serum
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Automated Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24/7
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Transport to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot and refrigerate.
CPT Code Information
84146