Acetaminophen (Tylenol) [201]

Message

For Specimen Integrity during Extreme Weather see the “Lockbox Usage in Extreme Weather” document at the top of this page.

Test Code

ACETA

Alias/See Also

201

CPT Codes
80143 (HCPCS: G0480)

Preferred Specimen

1 mL Plasma, Lithium Heparin (Light Green Top Tube)

Instructions

Avoid hemolysis. Invert a minimum of 5 times then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minuties.

Transport Container

Light Green Top tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (preferred)

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

Hemolysis, Lipemia, incorrect specimen type, insufficient sample volume, improper storage conditions, exceeds specimen stability guidelines, contaminated sample.

Methodology
Homogenous Enzyme Immunoassay Technique

Setup Schedule

Sunday - Saturday
MVCHEM

Report Available

1 day

Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439

Last Updated: January 18, 2024

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