Ceruloplasmin

Message

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Test Code

CERU

Alias/See Also

76683;
Copper Binding Globulin
Ferroxidase

CPT Codes
82390

Preferred Specimen

Serum

Other Acceptable Specimens

Lithium Heparin (Light Green Top) tube

Instructions

Avoid hemolysis. Invert a minimum of 8 times then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minutes. Centrifuge the tube for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered. Must be separated within 2 hours of collections. Plasma stable for 4 hours at room temperature. Plasma stable 48 hours refrigerated.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Room Temperature = 4 hours
Refrigerated = 3 days
Frozen = 90 days

Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule

Monday - Sunday
RI

Report Available

1 day

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

Last Updated: November 19, 2021

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