METANEP FREE

Metanephrines, Plasma

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3442

Synonyms:
Free Metanephrines
PMET
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:

Use of an Epi-pen within the last 7 days may produce inaccurate results.

Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Type:

Plasma EDTA

Preferred Volume:
1mL
Minimum Volume:
0.3 mL
Specimen Processing:

Within 2 hours of collection centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.

Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:

Frozen - 2 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 7 days

Unacceptable Condition:

Gross Hemolysis: Reject

CPT Codes:

83835 - Metanephrines Frac Free (EAP 30021144)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Saturday
Turnaround Time:
3-6 days
Method:
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Reference Ranges:

Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges

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