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ACTH/Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
X950
Methodology: | Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
Performed: | Sun-Sat |
Reported: | 1-2 days |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: None required. Collect: Lavender (EDTA) – 1 ml plasma. Specimen Preparation: Collect blood by venipuncture (avoiding hemolysis) into iced EDTA tube, noting the time of collection. The tubes should be immersed in a ice bath following collection. Separate the plasma from the cells by centrifuging for 10 min. in a refrigerated centrifuge, then aliquot and FREEZE immediatelly in a transfer tube. Use all appropriate PPE during collection. Storage/Transport Temperature: FROZEN Stability: FROZEN: 1 month At AccuReference: Frozen 2 weeks Causes for Rejection : Mislabeled; broken or damaged sample; the sample w/o test request, not FROZEN. NOTE: *This test is approved for all states.* Performing Lab Accu Reference Medical Laboratory |
CPT Code(s): | 82024 |