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Epic EAP: LAB765
Epic Description: VISCOSITY, SERUM
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Home Health Agencies: Not available for collection by Home Health.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 1.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 20056
http://ltd.aruplab.com/Tests/Pub/0020056
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
2 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
85810