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HelpTest Code FADDP Adenosine Deaminase, Pericardial Fluid
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Pericardial Fluid
Sources: Pericardial Fluid
Container/Tube: Standard Transport Tube
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect Pericardial Fluid in a leak-proof container. Centrifuge specimen at room temperature, transfer 0.5 mL pericardial fluid to plastic vial and freeze.
Note: Specimen must remain frozen until received at performing lab.
Specimen Type
Body FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | Whole blood, Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) specimens, Turbid specimen |
Reference Values
0-40 U/L
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesCPT Code Information
84311
Day(s) Performed
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday