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Cerner Test Code
CYSTC
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: GRN PST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST or Green PST. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 3 months.
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82610
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Rejection Criteria
Rejected Specimens: Grossly hemolyzed, lipemic or icteric.