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Epic EAP: LAB133
Epic Description: TRANSFERRIN
Synonym
Iron Binding Protein
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
Ochsner South Louisiana and Monroe:
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Green, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel |
4.5 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 4.5 mL |
3.0 mL |
Shreveport sites:
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red with clot activator and inert Gel |
4.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Freeze if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Transport to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot serum into plastic vial and refrigerate.
CPT Code
84466