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Epic EAP: LAB2689
Epic Description: MOTILIN (QUEST)
Patient Preparation
Patient should be fasting 10-12 hours prior to collection of specimen.
Patient should not be on any antacid medication or medications affecting intestinal motility, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | 2-Lavender, EDTA | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
Frozen: 1 year
Unacceptable: Ambient or Refrigerated
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Serum or plasma should be collected and separated as soon as possible. Freeze specimens immediately after separation.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum, Plasma
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Interscience Institute via Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Referral code: 4791
http://testdirectory.questdiagnostics.com/test/test-detail/4791/motilin?p=r&q=4791&cc=MASTER
CSR Storage Requirements
Serum or plasma should be collected and separated as soon as possible. Freeze specimens immediately after separation.
CPT Code Information
83519