Myoglobin, Serum
Order Name
MYOGLOBIN
Test Number: 2004240
Revision Date 12/12/2022
Test Number: 2004240
Revision Date 12/12/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Myoglobin, Serum
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Quantitative Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay | 2639-3 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1mL (0.2) | Serum | Clot Activator SST | Room Temperature |
| Instructions | Notes: 0.7 mL (Note: This volume Does NOT allow for repeat testing.) Specimen Type: Gel-barrier tube (preferred) or red-top tube Specimen Storage: Room temperature Specimen Collection: If red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Special Instructions: This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R). It is recommended to ask all patients who may be indicated for this test about biotin supplementation. Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample. Specimen Stability: Ambient: 14 days, Refrigerated : 14 days, Frozen: 14 days |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 1 - 3 days |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 010405 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 010405 |
| CPT Code(s) | 83874 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |