Specimen Requirements

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube: Green top (lithium heparin)

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Fasting (8-12 hours). 

2. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before specimen is drawn.

Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube: Serum gel

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Fasting (8-12 hours). 

2. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before specimen is drawn.

Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (serum).