VISCOS

Viscosity, Serum

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB4019

Synonyms:
SVISC
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top (NO GEL TUBES)
Specimen Type:

Serum

Preferred Volume:
3 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.75 mL
Specimen Processing:

1. Keep specimen at 37 degrees C (eg, 37 degrees C Thermopak, heat block) until after centrifugation. 

2. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.

Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:

Refrigerated - 28 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Frozen - 28 days

CPT Codes:

85810 - Viscosity (EAP 30034420)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
2-4 days
Method:
Capillary Measurement

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