APOB
Apolipoprotein B
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3544
Synonyms:
APOLB
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial. Send refrigerated
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 60 days
Refrigerated - 8 days
Room temperature - 42 hours
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross Icterus: Reject
CPT Codes:
82172 - Apolipoprotein B (EAP 30021282)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
1-4 days
Method:
Automated Turbidimetric Immunoassay