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FERRITIN

Message
CHEMISTRY


Test Code
FER


Preferred Specimen
SERUM


Minimum Volume
2mLs


Instructions
DRAW 1 GOLD TOP SST TUBE, LET CLOT FOR 30 MINUTES, AND SPIN DOWN.


Transport Container
ORIGINAL TUBE


Transport Temperature
REFRIGERATED


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours. Separate if not tested within this time.
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days
Frozen (-10°C or colder): 12 months


Methodology
Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay

Setup Schedule
DAILY


Report Available
DAILY


Reference Range
Gender Reference range Units
Male 20 - 300 ng/mL
Female 10 - 200 ng/mL


Clinical Significance
Useful in the diagnosis of hypochromic, microcytic anemias. Decreased in iron deficiency anemia and increased in iron overload.


Performing Laboratory
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION VT VA- CHEMISTRY 802-295-9363 EXT: 5518, 5519



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.