Test Code LAB108D Parathyroid Hormone, Intraoperative, 10 Minutes
Intended Use
Used intraoperatively in patients undergoing thyroidectomy to evaluate the presence of hyperactive parathyroid tissue.
Methodology
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Performing Laboratory
RCH-SPH
Specimen Requirements
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 (minimum volume: 0.5 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: -20C for 6 months
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83970