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HelpTest Code PTHRP Parathyroid Hormone-Related Peptide, Plasma
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Ice-cooled, lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.7 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge specimen in a refrigerated centrifuge or in chilled centrifuge cups.
2. Aliquot plasma into plastic vial and freeze.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
≤4.2 pmol/L
Reference values have not been established for patients younger than 1 year.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Thursday
CPT Code Information
82397
Report Available
2 to 5 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |