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HelpEpic Test Code LAB5009 Serotonin Release Assay (SRA), LMWH
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Quest:16284X
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Chantilly
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151
Clinical Significance
Low molecular weight heparin serotonin release assay (LMWH-SRA) assay may be useful for in-vitro investigation of LMWH-induced thrombocytopenia and/or thrombocytopenia with thrombosis syndrome (HIT/HITT).
Specimen Type
Serum
Collection Container
Red Top
Specimen Volume
1 mL
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: 6 months
Days of Analysis
Monday-Friday
Turn Around Time
4 days
Reference Range
A sample is considered negative if there is <20% release
Methodology
Radiobinding 14C Serotonin Radiolabel
CPT Code
86022
Last Updated
11-Oct-17