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VITAMIN C
Number 245
CPT Code 82180
Alias VITAMIN C
Specimen Container Lithium Heparin Green Top (Sealed)
Specimen Type Plasma, frozen and protected from light
Turn Around Time 5-7 Days
Days Performed 
Reference Range Contact Laboratory
Alternate Specimen 
Volume 1 mL Plasma
Stability Ambient 1
Stability Refrigerated 1
Stability Frozen 14 Days
Patient Preparation 

Overnight fasting is preferred. Refrain from taking vitamin C supplements or fruits 24 hours prior to sample collection.

Methodology 

Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)

Limitations 
Rejection Criteria 

Anticoagulants other than lithium heparin; specimen not protected from light.

Additional Instructions 

Protect from light

Performing Laboratory Labcorp
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Covid-19/Influenza Combination Test

We are pleased to share with you that Primex is now offering the Combo test for COVID-19 and Flu. We are also now separately offering the Influenza A&B NAAT test.
The Los Angeles County Public Health Department states the following, People with flu may have a range of symptoms which are identical to symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, muscle body aches, headache, fatigue, vomiting and diarrhea. So offering this combo test could provide important medical care information to the ordering provider and to the patient.
Primex leadership is pleased to offer this service enhancement to our current and prospective clients.