Test Code LAB108 Parathyroid Hormone, Intact

Intended Use

Used to aid in the diagnosis of hyporcalcemia

Immunoenzymatic Assay

RCH-SPH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/Tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin)

Acceptable Specimen: Serum or Plasma

Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube, EDTA

Specimen: 1.0 mL of (minimum volume 0.5mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Ambient: 8 hours

Refrigerated: 48 hours

Frozen: -20C for 6 months

Monday through Sunday

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