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