Tumor Necrosis Factor – alpha
CPT Code(s): | 83520 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Serum separator tube, plain red, or green (lithium heparin). Specimen Preparation:Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an RDL Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.3 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature:CRITICAL FROZEN. Additional specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Stability:After separation from cells: Ambient: 30 minutes; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 1 year |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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