PROTEIN C ANTIGEN

Synonyms:
Computer Code: (RPTC)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (light blue top tube). Patient should avoid Coumadin therapy for 2 weeks before draw and heparin therapy for 2 days prior to draw.
Minimum Volume: 3 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Centrifuge, remove plasma, freeze immediately. Min 1 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): 85302
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII