CHOLINESTERASE

Synonyms: Benzoylcholinesterase; Choline Esterase II; Pseudocholinesterase
Computer Code: (RPSEU)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (lavender top tube). Send immediately to Special Chemistry.
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Centrifuge, remove plasma, refrigerate. Remove plasma from cells within 1 hour of collection. Min 0.2 mL plasma.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 7 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 82480
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII