Test Code LAB0202606 Parathyroid Hormone (PTH), Intact, Plasma
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Sodium Heparin plasma
Specimen Volume: 0.4 mL
Collection Instructions: If there is a delay in transport of >2 days, send plasma frozen in plastic vial.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 24 hours/ Refrigerated 2 days/Frozen >2 days OK
Reference Values
11-101 pg/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83970