Esoterix
Expected Turnaround Time
1 - 7 days
Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum only
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container
Red-top tube
Storage Instructions
Ship serum or plasma frozen on dry ice.
Causes for Rejection
Sample other than serum received; sample received thawed; gross lipemia
Test Details
Methodology
Nephelometry