Test Code B12 Vitamin B12 Assay, Plasma
Additional Codes
Ordering Mnemonic |
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B12 |
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following specimen:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of plasma
Collection Instructions: Immediately separate plasma from cells after draw. Send specimen in plastic vial.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82607 (HH Bill Code 0205052)
Reference Values
220-960 pg/mL