Dexamethasone, Serum

Message
LabCorp


Test Code
500118


CPT Codes
82542

Preferred Specimen
"Serum
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Minimum Volume
"1 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)


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Other Acceptable Specimens
plasma


Transport Container
"Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, lavender-top (EDTA) tube, or green-top (heparin) tube


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Specimen Stability
"Freeze; stable up to one year. Stable at room temperature for up to six days or refrigerated for up to 14 days.
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Methodology
"Mass spectrometry (MS) "



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.