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HelpTest ID BLOD0616 Haptoglobin
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/ gel) – Serum (preferred)
Red top (Serum w/out gel) - Serum
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/ gel) - Plasma
Separate serum/plasma from cells as soon as possible.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.75 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | not acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | preferred for transport |
| Frozen | greater than 7 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday and Friday
Report Available
1 - 4 days
Methodology
Turbidimetric
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
83010