Abbreviation: ZN
Specimen Type: Plasma
Storage Temperature: Refrigerate
Tubes / Containers: Royal Blue (2)
Instrument / Location: RPS
Host Code: YZN
LOINC: 5763-8
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Tab Assignment: RPS Sendouts
PSPC Testing Schedule: Performed everyday / Reported 1-3 days
Additional Information: Royal Blue EDTA or Royal Blue No Additive are acceptable. Separate serum from cells within 2 hours of collection and transfer to a trace element free transport tube. Plasma may be separated immediately and transferred to a plastic transport tube for shipment to the laboratory. Do not use utensils (i.e., syringes, needles, or pipettes) in the collection or transfer of the sample, pour directly into transport tube.)