| Methodology: |
Quantitative Enzymatic
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
1-2 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Yellow (ACD Solution A), green (sodium or lithium heparin), lavender (EDTA), or pink (K2EDTA). Enzyme most stable in acid citrate dextrose (ACD).
Specimen Preparation: Do not freeze. Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 1.5 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions: Hemolyzed specimens.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
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