GROWTH H
Growth Hormone
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3271
Synonyms:
HGH
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
Patient should fast for at least 8 hours before specimen collection.
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.6 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. If multiple specimens are collected, submit each vial under a separate order
3. Label specimens appropriately with the corresponding collection times.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 90 days
Refrigerated - 7 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
CPT Codes:
83003 - Growth Hormone (EAP 30020913)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Saturday
Turnaround Time:
2-4 days
Method:
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges