MYOS
Myoglobin, Serum
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3338
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.7 mL
Specimen Processing:
If a plain red top tube is used, transfer the separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Grossly hemolyzed samples will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
83874 - Myoglobin Serum (EAP 30020999)
Method:
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)