LDISO
LD Isoenzymes
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3250
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Collection Procedure:
Separate the serum from the cells within 45 minutes of collection.
Specimen Processing:
The serum must be maintained at room temperature. Do NOT freeze. Do NOT refrigerate for more than 3 days.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Frozen - unstable
Refrigerated - 3 days
Room temperature - 7 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Causes for rejection are hemolysis, prolonged contact of the serum with red cells, frozen specimens or specimens refrigerated more than 3 days after collection at the time of testing.
CPT Codes:
83625 - LD Isoenzyme Fraction 1 (EAP 30021603)
83615 - LD Isoenzyme Total (EAP 30021602)
Method:
Electrophoresis