METHIONINE
| Synonyms: | |
| Computer Code: | (CMISC) |
| Specimen Collection: | 4 mL blood (sodium heparin green top tube). Send to Special Chemistry immediately. |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Centrifuge, remove plasma, freeze immediately. Min 0.5 mL plasma. Separate within1 hour of collection. |
| Reference Values: | See reference laboratory report. |
| Lab Code: | Send Out |
| Requisition: | SPEC C |
| Test Frequency: | |
| Routine TAT: | 9 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 82131 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |