NEUROKIN
Neurokinin A
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3777
Synonyms:
Substance K
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
Patients should not be on any medications that affect hypertension, gastrointestinal functions,
or pain relievers, if possible, for 48 hours prior to collection.
Container Type:
Z preservative tube
Specimen Type:
Plasma from Z preservative tube.
Preferred Volume:
10 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Specimen Processing:
1. The plasma should be separated from the cells within 2 hours of collection.
2. Transfer the plasma to a plastic screw cap transport tube.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples not collected in a Z preservative tube will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
83519 - Neurokinin A Substance K (EAP 30021586)
Method:
Direct radioimmunoassay