- SAGR
Protein S, Total Antigen
Specimen:
Test Code
SAGR
Specimen Name
Protein S, Total Antigen
Collect
Sodium Citrate Plasma
Submit
1.5 mLs Sodium Citrate Plasma (Min: 1 mL), Frozen.
Special Handling
Refer to the Additional Information link for collection details.
Critical Frozen. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Transfer platelet-poor plasma to a standard transport tube. Freeze immediately, if possible. If received by the laboratory within 4 hours, ambient transport is acceptable.
Critical Frozen. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Transfer platelet-poor plasma to a standard transport tube. Freeze immediately, if possible. If received by the laboratory within 4 hours, ambient transport is acceptable.
Rejection Criteria
Serum. EDTA plasma, clotted or hemolyzed specimens.
Stability
Ambient: 4 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 3 months
Methodology
Microlatex Particle-Mediated Immunoassay
Performed
Performed Sunday through Saturday
Reported
2-4 days
CPT Codes
- 85305
Components
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Additional Information
Not recommended for detecting protein S deficiency; preferred test is Protein S Free, Antigen
https://www.aruplab.com/Specimen-Handling/SpecialSpecimenCollection/Hemostasis-Thrombosis.pdf
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