Test Information:
Rheumatoid arthritis and hematological diseases (including malignancies)
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – PLASTIC TUBE ONLY
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
- DO NOT USE alcohol or other volatile disinfectants at the site of venipuncture. Aqueous Zephiran (benzalkonium chloride), Aqueous Merthiolate (thimerosal), or povidone-iodine may be used.
- Collect and aliquot specimen using CLOSED SYSTEM.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 5°C
Stability: 2 weeks - Storage: 25°C
Stability: 2 days - Storage: – 15°C
Stability: 4 weeks
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (5°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours