Abbreviation: HTGR
Specimen Type: Serum
Storage Temperature: Refrigerated preferred, frozen also acceptable
Tubes / Containers: Red top tube (SST not acceptable)
Instrument / Location: RPS
Host Code: YHTGR
LOINC: 56536-6
Volume: 2 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.25 mL
Tab Assignment: RPS Sendouts
PSPC Testing Schedule: Performed Mon - Fri / Reported 1-5 days
Additional Information: MAYO ID: HTGR Patient Preparation: For 12 hours before specimen collection do not take multivitamins or dietary supplements containing biotin (vitamin B7), which is commonly found in hair, skin, and nail supplements and multivitamins. Stable refrigerated 7 days (preferred), 30 days frozen.