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Cerner Test Code
B2CARD
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Stability
Refrigerated 7 days, >7 days frozen
Performed Test Frequency
Monday – Friday
Methodology
Flow Immunoassay
CPT(s)
86146|86146|86146|86147|86147|86147
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes and then centrifuge. Aliquot a minimum of 1.0 mL serum.
Performing Location
Test performed at MercyOne Clinical Lab, Des Moines, IA, Microbiology.