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Cerner Test Code
CIRC
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Blue
Specimen Draw Volume
5.4 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw 5.4 ml of blood place in 2 Blue Top tubes. Tube must be filled appropriately to the fill line to ensure accurate results. Centrifuge, separate, centrifuge again and freeze.
Stability
Stability: Plasma: Room temp 4 hrs, Refrigerated 4 hrs, Frozen 1 week; Whole Blood: tubes left capped/unspun are stable for 1 hour at room temperature.
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
85610|885611 X 6
Methodology
Clotting
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Refrigerated plasma.