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HelpTest Code VIP Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide, Plasma
Ordering Guidance
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial. Freeze immediately.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in EDTA lavender vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.55 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 90 days |
Useful For
Detecting vasoactive intestinal polypeptide-producing tumors in patients with chronic diarrheal diseases
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysReporting Name
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide,PReference Values
<86 pg/mL
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
84586