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HelpTest Code PTHRP Parathyroid Hormone-Related Peptide, Plasma
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Ice-cooled, lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.7 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge specimen in a refrigerated centrifuge or in chilled centrifuge cups.
2. Aliquot plasma into plastic vial and freeze.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in pre-chilled EDTA lavender vacutainer and immediately place on ice.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 30 days |
Useful For
Aiding in the evaluation of individuals with hypercalcemia of unknown origin
Aiding in the evaluation of individuals with suspected humoral hypercalcemia of malignancy
The test should not be used to exclude cancer or screen individuals with tumors for humoral hypercalcemia of malignancy.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Thursday
Report Available
2 to 5 daysReporting Name
PTH-Related PeptideReference Values
≤4.2 pmol/L
Method Name
Immunochemiluminometric Assay (ICMA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
82397