ERYTHROPOIETIN
Synonyms: | EPO |
Computer Code: | (EPO) |
Specimen Collection: | 4 mL blood (light green top (Li Heparin) preferred. Red/gold acceptable). |
Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Allow to clot, centrifuge for 20 minutes, remove serum, refrigerate. |
Reference Values: | 2.6-18.5 mIU/ml |
Lab Code: | Chemistry |
Requisition: | C/H |
Test Frequency: | Bi-weekly |
Routine TAT: | 4 days |
Stat TAT: | N/A |
CPT Code(s): | 82668 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |