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Estradiol
Test Code:
004515
Performing Lab: LABCORP BURLINGTON
CPT Code:
82670   
Specimen Container Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, OR green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Do NOT use oxalate, EDTA, or citrate plasma.
Specimen Type Serum (preferred) or plasma
Volume 1 mL
Minimum Volume Volume: 0.7 (NOTE: This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing)
Temperature Room temperature
Specimen Handling If a red-top tube or plasma is used, transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube.
Methodology Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)
Stability Room Temperature: 14 days, Refrigerated: 14 days, Frozen: 14 days
Unacceptable Conditions Citrate plasma specimen; improper labeling
Days Set-Up M-F(1,3) SUN(2)
Shift Performed 1,2,3
TAT From Set-Up 1 Day
Result Code Result Name LOINC
004519 Estradiol 2243-4