Erythrocyte Porphyrin (EP), Whole Blood

Test Code

RBC Porphyrins

Alias/See Also

ARUP test code 20610
FEP
Free Erythrocyte Porphyrin
Porphyrins (FEP)
Protoporphyrin, Free Erythrocyte (FEP)
Protoporphyrins, Total, Erythrocytes
RBC Porphyrins
Red Blood Cell Porphyrins

CPT Codes
84202

Instructions

Protect from light during collection, storage, and shipment. Transfer 1 mL whole blood to an ARUP Amber Transport Tube.

See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Specimens not collected in EDTA. Clotted specimens. Specimen should be tested for lead FIRST to avoid potential contamination problems. Specimens not protected from light acceptable with a disclaimer.

FDA Status
LDT

Additional Information
Erythrocyte Porphyrin (EP), Whole Blood

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