

| Collect | Green (Sodium Heparin) | |
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| Also Acceptable | Lithium Heparin, Plain Red | |
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| Unacceptable | Non frozen samples, EDTA and whole blood | |
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| Transport | Frozen | |
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| Minimum Volume | 1 mL plasma | |
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| Remarks | Collect specimen after an overnight fast. Separate plasma from cells and freeze ASAP | |
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| Notes | CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate samples must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Protect from light during collection, storage, and shipment. | |
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84207
*The CPT codes provided are based on the AMA guidelines and for informational purposes
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