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HelpTest Code FHSPLM Histamine Plasma
Additional Codes
| Mayo | FHSPL |
| Epic ID | LAB1033 |
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Immediately place specimen on ice.
2. Centrifugation should be performed within 20 minutes of collection at 900 x g for 10 minutes at 4° C.
3. Carefully remove 1 mL of EDTA plasma from the upper part of the tube and place in a plastic vial.
4. Send frozen.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 28 days |
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Note:
Transport frozen.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Specimens other than EDTA plasma | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Eurofins ViracorMethod Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday and Thursday
Report Available
4 to 11 daysReference Values
0-1.0 ng/mL
CPT Code Information
83088