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Factor 8

Test Code
FAC 8


Preferred Specimen
Sodium Citrate Blue Top


Minimum Volume
Blue Top Must be Completely Filled


Instructions
Invert tube immediately after collection.


Transport Container
Biohazard Bag


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
All blue top, coag specimens are discarded after 2 days.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted, hemolyzed, or quality not sufficient specimens


Setup Schedule
Day Shift Only


Performing Laboratory
Baptist Health - LR, Coagulation Department


Last Updated: March 16, 2019


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.