Fatty Acid Profile, Essential (RPS)

Test Code

ESSFA

Specimen Name

Fatty Acid Profile, Essential (RPS)

CPT Codes

  • 82542

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Stability

Refrigerate

Volume

0.5 mL

Minimum Volume

0.15 mL

Performed

Performance varies / Reported 4-10 days

Additional Information

Patient must fast overnight for 12-14 hours. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours prior to collection.

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