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HelpTest Code LAB4158 Lipoprotein (a)
Additional Codes
Internal:
External: LPA2
Beaker: LAB4158
PERFORMED AT
SBH LABORATORY
Specimen Requirements
Container Type: Lithium Heparin (Green Top)
Specimen Type: Plasma or Serum
Preferred Volume: 1 mL
Emergency Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL
Specimen Processing: Separate serum or plasma from cells as soon as possible by centrifugation. Store and transport refrigerated.
Alternate Specimens:
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Room Temp | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen (-20 øC) | 3 months |
Method
Immunoturbidimetric
CPT Codes
83695
Department
Chemistry
Test Schedule
Daily
Reference Lab
SCHS