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HelpTest Code MYOG Myoglobin, Serum or Plasma
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green-top)
Acceptable: Serum Gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of plasma or serum.
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Serum |
Refrigerated, spun |
14 days |
| RT, spun | 8 days |
Reference Values
Males: 28-72 ng/mL
Females: 25-58 ng/mL
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
83874
Secondary ID
HHA1475
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Myoglobin, Serum or Plasma |
2639-3 |