Test Methodology
- Chemiluminescence
Running Day
- Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Cut-off: 12.00 NN
Turn Around Time
- In-patient: Same day of processing, 5.00 PM
- Out-patient: Next day, 5.00 PM
- STAT: Three hours
Specimen Required
- 4 cc serum (red top)
Patient Preparation
- None
Special Considerations
- Take note if patient is pregnant, note the LMP and weeks of gestation
- Avoid hemolysis