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Test Code LAB766 Heparin-PF4 Antibody

AKA

Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia
HIT

Specimen Type/Requirements

Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum 
 

Heparin administered before the draw will not affect the test.

*Note:  For same day results, performing lab must receive specimen by 11am Monday through Friday.

 

Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia. 

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     1.0 mL   
 Minimum Volume     0.5 mL   

 

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     Not Acceptable     
 Refrigerated     48 hours        
 Frozen     Greater than 48 hours     Preferred for transport   

 

Performed Test Frequency

Monday through Friday

Methodology

ELISA

CPT

86022

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls

Report Available

1 - 3 days