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Cerner Test Code
HISTOG
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred but not required. Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 14 days, Frozen 30 days
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday|Thursday|Saturday
CPT(s)
83516
Methodology
EIA
Performing Location
Quest Diagnostics, Valencia, CA
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Gross hemolysis.