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HelpTest Code LEADX Lead, Capillary, Whole Blood
Additional Codes
| PathLab | LEADX |
| Epic ID | LAB830 |
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube Type:
Lavender (EDTA)
Capillary specimens only.
Collection Information:
Collect blood in a BD lavender (EDTA) microtainer.
Transport Information:
Transport original container refrigerated to laboratory.
Minimum Sample Volume:
0.2 mL of EDTA whole blood
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours | X |
| Room Temp | 72 hours |
Unacceptable Conditions
Clotted specimens; specimens collected in a non-BD lavender EDTA microtainer
Performing Lab
Pathology Laboratory
Methodology
Aniodic Stripping
Day(s) Performed
Daily
CPT Code Information
83655