SUBSTANCE P
Substance P
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3576
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
1. The patient should be fasting 10 - 12 hours prior to collection.
2. Antacid medication or medication that may affect intestinal motility should be discontinued, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Container Type:
Red gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
5 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Specimen Processing:
Transfer the serum into a plastic transport tube with screw cap as soon as possible and freeze.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - up to 4 weeks
Refrigerated - unstable
Room temperature - unstable
Unacceptable Condition:
Specimens received refrigerated or at room temperature will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
83520 - Substance P (EAP 30021326)
Method:
EIA