Test Code TP Protein, Total, Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
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Methodology
Biuret; blanked
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of plasma
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84155 (HH Bill Code 0205228)
Reference Values
6.3-8.2 g/dL