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