Heparinized syringe, Green top (lithium heparin) microtainer or macrotainer, or heparinized capillary tubes. NO GEL SEPARATOR TUBES.
Collection Volume:
0.5 mL(minimum 250 uL) or 4.0 mL Green Top Tube
Minimum Volume:
250 uL microtainer or 0.5 mL syringe; (2) 125 uL capillary tubes; 1.5 mL macrotainer.
Preferred Volume:
500 uL microtainer or 0.5 mL syringe; (2) 125 uL capillary tubes; 1.5 mL macrotainer.
Cause for Rejection:
Clotted, air bubbles, tubes with gel separator.
Storage:
Room Temperature
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Direct measurement using ion-selective electrode
Special Instructions:
Deliver immediately to laboratory at room temperature. For Outpatients, test should only be drawn in outpatient locations within the Hospital on the Akron campus.
Heparinized syringe, Green top (lithium heparin) microtainer or macrotainer, or heparinized capillary tubes. NO GEL SEPARATOR TUBES.
Collection Volume:
0.5 mL(minimum 250 uL) or 4.0 mL Green Top Tube
Cause for Rejection:
Clotted, air bubbles, tubes with gel separator.
Storage:
Room Temperature
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Direct measurement using ion-selective electrode
Special Instructions:
Deliver immediately to laboratory at room temperature. For Outpatients, test should only be drawn in outpatient locations within the Hospital on the Akron campus.