PARATHYROID HORMONE, INTACT
| Synonyms: | PTH; Parathyroid Hormone |
| Computer Code: | (PTHIN) |
| Specimen Collection: | 5 mL blood: Light Green (Li Heparin), Red, Gold (SST) or Lavender (EDTA) Top Tube. Serum samples must be received into the laboratory within 4 hours at room temperature, 8 hours refrigerated or 2 days frozen. Plasma samples must be received into the laboratory within 8 hours room temperature or, 2 days refrigerated or frozen. |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Separate serum or plasma from red cells. If transporting sample frozen, serum or plasma must be aliquoted. |
| Reference Values: | Adults 19-67 years: 12-88 PG/mL |
| Lab Code: | Chemistry |
| Requisition: | SPEC C |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 4 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | 1 Hour |
| CPT Code(s): | 83970 |
| LCD or NCD: | LCD LCD LCD |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |