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Test Code PCT PROCALCITONIN (RESPIRATORY)

EPIC Test ID

123010831

Collection Requirements

1.0 mL (0.5 min) Serum

Collect a yellow top or red SST tube (Serum Only). Spin and separate immediately. Transport: Refrigerated (Keep Cold) if not assayed immediately

Shipping and Handling Instructions

Transport: Refrigerated (Keep Cold) if not assayed immediately

Stability: Refrigerated 1 Day, Frozen 1 Month *Assay Immediately after collection*

Grossly hemolyzed or lipemic specimens are not recommended

Specimen Type

Blood

Specimen Source

Blood, Capillary

Blood, Central Line

Blood, Venous

Specimen Tube Description

WMH Hospital Lab: YELLOW TOP SST

Performing lab

United Health Services Laboratories

Section

WMH Chemistry

CPT Code

84145

Loinc

15081-3

EAP

LAB2812