Protein C
SoftLab Order Code
PROTC
Epic Order Name
PROTEIN C
Epic Order ID
LAB489
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Plasma
Collection Container
Blue Top (Sodium Citrate - Light blue)
Collecting Volume
One full light blue tube
Minimum Collecting Volume
One full light blue tube- (Special low volume collection tubes are available for Neonatal patients if blood volume collection is limited by clinical condition. Contact the laboratory to request a collection tube.)
Storage or Stability
Ambient - Aliquot and freeze plasma if testing cannot be completed within four hours of collection
Causes for Rejection
Tube not filled to line. Clotted.Grossly Hemolyzed
Instructions
Aliquot and freeze plasma if testing cannot be completed within four hours of collection
TAT
Performed Tues and Thurs on first shift
CPT Codes
85303