Serum: Collect sample in Red top tube
Plasma: Collect sample in Lavender top tube (EDTA) or Pink top tube.
Promptly centrifuge and separate Serum or Plasma into a plastic screw capped vial using approved guidelines.
Plastic container (preservative-free)
Received Room Temperature. Polymer gel separation tube (SST or PST).
Rejection criteria pertain to clinical sample submissions only.
Room Temperature: 3 day(s)
Refrigerated: 14 day(s)
Frozen (-20 °C): 30 day(s)
If this test contains multiple compounds, the reported stability reflects that which is least stable. Stability may vary among compounds included in the test and may be dependent upon matrix, pH, collection tube, and storage temperature. Negative results should be interpreted with caution. For more information on stability of a specific compound please contact the laboratory.
NOTE: If the test contains multiple compounds samples received at room temperature will not be rejected.