Test Code 5508 HIT Antibody by Serotonin Release
Performing Laboratory
BloodCenter of Wisconsin
Methodology
C-Serotonin Release Assay
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Blue (Sodium Citrate)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Saturday
Turnaround Time:
2-4 days
Specimen must be received in the Core Laboratory by 1600 to ensure results by the next day.
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86022
Reference Values
Negative
Specimen Transport Temperature
Frozen
Speciman Transport Instructions: Send FedEx overnight Priority Monday thru Friday.
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube:
1 red-top tube
Laboratory Processing Instructions: Available as reflex to HIT antibody. All other requests require LMR approval. Core Lab will forward to the performing laboratory. Spin down and aliquot at least 1mL. Send on Dry ice, priority first overnight.