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Epic EAP: LAB8909
Epic Description: TEG
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Light Blue, Sodium Citrate 3.2% |
2.7 mL | 1.8 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
The manufacturer recommends drawing a discard tube prior to drawing the testing sample. A discard syringe or sodium citrate tube are the recommended discard tube options as a red top contains silicone.
The collection tube should be drawn to the FULL Level of the tube, not the minimum volume.
Sample must be walked down. DO NOT SEND IN THE PNEUMATIC TUBE SYSTEM.
Performing Lab
Hematology Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport to Hematology lab ASAP.
CPT Code Information
85347, 85576, 85384
Stability
2 hours at 15-25° C
Must be analyzed 15 min-120 min from collection time.
Do not spin sample.