Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:  10-mL plain, red-top tube -  Serum gel tube is not acceptable.
Specimen:  Full tube
Collection Instructions:  Fasting - overnight (12-14 hour). Specimen must be drawn in a pre-warmed tube and kept at 37° C.
Note:  Label tubes with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, or financial number. Date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of specimen are also required.