Test Methodology:
Colorimetric
Running Day:
Daily
Turn Around Time:
Routine: Four hours
STAT: Three hours
Specimen Requirement:
3cc heparinized plasma, transport with ice until analysis
Patient Preparation:
The patient should avoid any exercise of the arm or hand before or during collection of sample.
Special Considerations:
Blood should be collected without tourniquet; green top tube placed immediately on ice with water; centrifuge within 15 minutes; separate plasma and refrigerate if there will be delay in testing; avoid hemolysis
Unit Conducting the Service:
Clinical Chemistry Services