Test Code PTAU Phosphorylated Tau 181 (pTau-181)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB11221
Epic Description: PTAU-181, PLASMA
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
---|---|---|---|
Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA
|
3.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Patient instructions
This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R). It is recommended to ask all patients who may be indicated for this test about biotin supplementation. Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube. Invert to mix with preservatives. Centrifuge and transfer plasma to a labeled plastic transport tube. Transport refrigerated on ice packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.7 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: LabCorp, Referral code: 483745
https://www.labcorp.com/tests/483745/phosphorylated-tau-181-ptau-181-plasma
Routine Turnaround Time
3-5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot plasma into plastic vial . Refrigerate specimen. .
CPT Code Information
83520