GROWTH HORMONE

Synonyms: Human Growth Hormone; hGH
Computer Code: (RHGH)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (red or gold top tube).
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge, remove serum, refrigerate. Min 0.2 mL serum.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: N/A
Routine TAT: 7 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 83003
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII