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VITAMIN C
Number 245
CPT Code 82180
Alias VITAMIN C
Specimen Container Red Top
Specimen Type Serum
Turn Around Time
Days Performed
Reference Range Contact Laboratory
Alternate Specimen SST
Volume 1 ml Plasma
Stability Ambient N/A
Stability Refrigerated N/A
Stability Frozen 5 Days
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred. Refrain from taking vitamin C supplements or fruits 24 hours prior to sample collection.
Methodology
High-pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC)
Limitations
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not received frozen; specimen not protected from light
Additional Instructions
Protect from light
Performing Laboratory Reference Laboratory
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