Serum Integrated 1

Test ID: 

706358

CPT code:

84163

Synonyms:

Down Syndrome

PAPP-A

Clinical Use:

Screening test for open neural tube defects, Down syndrome, and trisomy 18

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

3 mL

Minimum Volume: 

1 mL

Container Type: 

Gel-barrier tube, no thrombin additive

Collection:

Collect in serum separator tube with gel barrier. Allow blood to clot, avoiding hemolysis. Separate serum from cells by centrifugation. Transport spun tube to testing laboratory. Pour-off is not advised

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Stability Requirements:

Temperature

Period

Room temperature

7 days

Refrigerated

14 days

Frozen

14 days

Freeze/thaw cycles

Stable x3

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia; quantity not sufficient for analysis; improper specimen type

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MCI Diagnostic

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7018 South Utica Avenue

Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136

Hours of Operation

Mon – Sat: 7AM-11PM

Sun: 7AM-3PM

Government Contract

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Sun: 7AM-3PM

Laboratory

Mon – Sat: 7AM-11PM

Sun: 7AM-3PM

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