32242:CREATININE WITH GLOMERULAR FILTRATION RATE (GFR)
Methodology:
Colorimetry/Alkaline Picrate
Edit Date:
6/11/2010
Performed:
Daily
Released:
Same day as tested
CPT Code:
82565
Specimen Collection Details
Collection:
One 7.5 mL serum separator tube (SST). Also acceptable: One 4 mL green top tube (heparin), one 4.5 mL light green plasma separator tube (PST), or one 4 mL lavender top tube (EDTA).
Handling:
Centrifuge SST or PST within 2 hours of collection and transport in original tube. Centrifuge green top or lavender top tube within 2 hours of collection, separate plasma from cells into a plastic vial for transport. Refrigerate.