Sign in →

Test Code LAB10046 Dilute Thrombin Time Hepzyme

Aliases

DTT Hep

Performing Section

Hematology/Coag

Special Collection Notes

Fill vials completely to the etched fill indicator on the tube. Do not underfill or overfill tubes.

Specimen Type

Blood:
LT Blue Top Tube-Citrate

Specimen Volume

Preferred: 2.7 or 1.8 mL
Minimum: 1.8 mL

Processing Instructions

After collection, invert tubes 3-4 times. Do not shake. Centrifuge within 30 minute sof collection.

1. Centrifuge sample per procedure.
2. Pipette off plasma into pour off tube.
3. Centrifuge spun plasma per procedure.
4. Pipette off plasma into pour off tube, being sure to leave red cell button undisturbed.
5. Attach original sample tube to pour off tube with rubber band.
6. Place sample in freezer until courier arrives.
7. Send sample frozen on dry ice via courier.

Temperature

Frozen

TAT

Routine: 120 Minutes
STAT: 60 Minutes

Test Components

Dilute Thrombin Time Hepzyme

CPT

85670, 85525

Test/Batch Schedule

Batched schedule