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eDH Procedure Code
LAB2209 Dexamethasone —LAB ONLY
Collection Information
Specimen should be collected between 8-10 a.m.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 0.5 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | NaHep4-R | 0.5 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | GrnLH-R | 0.5 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Lav4-R | 0.5 | |
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Pink-R | 0.5 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: N/A
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: Unacceptable
Refrigerate:1 week
Frozen: 6 months
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| DEXAMETHASONE (ARU) |
CPT Code(s)
80299
Performing Lab Section
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