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HelpTest Code LAB1704 Phosphorus
Aliases
Phos
Special Collection Notes
Capillary draws must be free flowing to prevent hemolysis.
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma:
Light Green Top Tube-Lithium Heparin (Preferred)
Gold Top Tube-SST
Red Top Tube-Plain
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 0.6 mL
Minimum: 0.3 mL
Temperature
Refrigerated
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
TAT
Routine: 90 minutes
STAT: 35 minutes
Test Components
Phosphorus
Reference Range
Contact lab for reference range.
CPT
84100
Performing Section
Chemistry