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Epic EAP: LAB6229
Epic Description:
Synonym
17-OHP, Child
17OHP, Child
Please order this test on children under 1year of age
For patients >1yr, please order OHPRO, LAB720
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel OR Lavender, EDTA OR Dark Green, Sodium Heparin with NO Gel | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 3 X 0.5 mL | 3 X 0.5 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 3 X 0.5 mL | 3 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge and separate serum from cells into a screw-capped plastic tube within 2 hours of collection. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
3-7 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge and separate serum from cells within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate if holding overnight.