Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide, Plasma, Mayo
SoftLab Order Code
VIPP
Epic Order Name
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide, Plasma, Mayo, Ref Lab
Epic Order ID
LAB4029
Laboratory
Reflab
Sample Type
Plasma
Collection Container
Lavender (EDTA)
Collecting Volume
2 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
1 mL
Storage or Stability
Frozen
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, gross lipemia
Patient Preparation
The patient should fast for 10 to 12 hours prior to collection of specimen. Patient should not be on any antacid medications or medications that affect intestinal motility for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Instructions
Draw blood in an EDTA (lavender top) tube(s). Spin down and freeze immediately. Send 1 mL of plasma frozen in a preservative-free plastic vial.