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Laboratory Services, Asheville, NC 28801 - Mission Health

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OutReach Client ServicePhone: (828) 213-5177Inpatient ServicePhone: (828) 213-0982<strong>Laboratory</strong> <strong>Services</strong>, <strong>Asheville</strong>, <strong>NC</strong> <strong>28801</strong>FAX: (828) 213-5170 FAX: (828) 213-0983Homocysteine, Total, Plasma HCYS CPT CODE: 83090Department: Chemistry Performed: Monday - Friday \ 1st & 2nd ShiftsTurn-Around Time:Same DayMethod:Fluorescence Polarization ImmunoassayComponents:Specimen DataSpec Type:Vol:Blood3.0 mLContainer:LAV 3 mL (K2 EDTA)Min Vol Adult:Min Vol Peds:1.0 mL1.0 mLAmbient Specimens.Unacceptable Conditions:Transport Temperature:RefrigeratedSpecial Instructions:Due to RBC metabolism, Homocystiene Levels may increase up to 20% if the following is not done:Place specimens on ice (or in an ice bath immediately upon collection.)Allow more time for blood to clot if using a SST tube or Red top with no additives.Specimens kept on ice are stable for up to six hours after collection and prior to centrifugation.Centrifuge specimens and transfer plasma or serum to a Transfer Tube.Freeze plasma for transport to Lab.StabilityAmbient : UnacceptableRefrigerated:Frozen:

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