Dehydroepiandrosterone
Abbrev Code: | DHEA | ||
Order Code: | LAB522 | Order Name: | Dehydroepiandrosterone |
Synonyms: | DHEA; DHEA Unconjugated | ||
Methodology: | High performance liquid chromatography/Tandem mass spectrometry | ||
CPT Codes: | 82626 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported in 1-4 days. | ||
Special Instructions: | Collect between 6-10 am. | ||
Compliance: | For tests developed and validated by ARUP (previously referred to as Compliance Statement B, C or D). This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.8 mL |
Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel), Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel) |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and separate serum or plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection. Aliquot 1.0 mL, 0.3 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
Referral Lab number: | 2001640 |
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