Protein C Antigen (MAYO)

Test Code

1230100470

Alias/See Also

LAB490: Protein C Antigen, Total | MAYO EAP: PCAG

CPT Codes
85302x1

Preferred Specimen

MAYO LAB: LT BLUE TOP-CITRATE (Frozen) Min Vol: 1

Instructions

Adults: 2.7 mL in Na Citrate (Light blue tube) *Pediatric minimum: 2.7 mL in Na Citrate (Light blue tube)*

Transport Temperature

See Coagulation Studies in Special Instructions. Specimen Type: Platelet-poor plasma Collection Container/Tube: Light-blue top (citrate) Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial Specimen Volume: 1 mL Collection Instructions: 1. Spin down, remove plasma, and spin plasma again. 2. Freeze specimen immediately at < or =-40 degrees C, if possible. Additional Information: 1. Double-centrifuged specimen is critical for accurate results as platelet contamination may cause spurious results. 2. Each coagulation assay requested should have its own vial. 3. Patient must not be receiving heparin or Coumadin.

Report Available

MAYO LAB
STAT: 10080 min
Routine: 10080 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 10080 min
Life or Death: 10080 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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