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Cerner Test Code
HOMOCYS
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Green Li Heparin, Lavender or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 48 hrs, Frozen 1 year
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday,0600-1200|Thursday, 0600-1200
CPT(s)
83090
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Gross hemolysis