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Test Code FIB Fibrinogen

Cerner Test Code

FIB

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Blue

Specimen Draw Volume

2.0 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw 2.7 ml in a Blue Top tube. Tube must be filled appropriately to the fill line to ensure accurate results. Centrifuge, aliquot, centrifuge again, aliquot and freeze.

Stability

Stability: Plasma: Room temp 24 hrs, Refrigerated 24 hrs, Frozen 4 months. Whole Blood: tubes left capped/unspun are stable for 24 hours at room temperature.

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

85384

Methodology

Clotting

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology

Rejection Criteria

Rejection criteria:  hemolyzed specimens.