Serotonin Release Assay (SRA)
Order Name
SEROTON RA
Test Number: 5566585
Revision Date 03/14/2011
Test Number: 5566585
Revision Date 03/14/2011
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Serotonin Release Assay (SRA)
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Radiobinding Assay |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.4) | Serum | Clot Activator (Red Top, No-Gel) | Frozen |
| Instructions | Allow to clot then centrifuge and freeze 1 mL serum in a plastic aliquot tube ASAP. Specimen Stability: Room temperature= 24hr, Refrigerated= 48hr, Frozen= 6mo. |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Mon-Fri |
| Expected TAT | 3-4 Dats |
| Clinical Use | A sample is considered negative if there is less than 20 percent release. |
| Notes | Methodology: Radiobinding 14C Serotonin Radiolabel. |
| CPT Code(s) | 86022 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |