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LIDOCAINE

Test Code
LAB8415 (MISCELLANEOUS)


CPT Codes
80176

Preferred Specimen
1 Red tube 


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
0.2 mL (1 mL optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)


OR 

1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested. 


Transport Container
Transfer/aliquot tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days; Alternate storage temperatures not available


Methodology
EIA

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

As received; STAT testing is available


Reference Range
1.5-5.0 ug/mL


Clinical Significance
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma or serum from red cells. See specimen container for appropriate sample type. Aliquot serum or plasma into transfer tube. Refrigerate until tested.


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



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.