Collection Information

Collection Instruction

Collect Tiger-Top Tube. Label with patient's name and DOB

Preferred Specimen

Container:

Tiger-Top/Gel-Barrier Tube

Volume:

0.8 mL

Specimen Stability

2 Days (Refrigerated 2-8°C)

Process Information

CPT Code(s)

82378

Turnaround Time

120 Hours

Reference Range

Ages in Years/RR:
20 - 69, < 4.7 ng/mL
40 - 99, < 5.2 ng/mL

Reject Criteria

Improper collection and storage; improper labeling; patient information mismatch