Phlebotomy Appendix C Laboratory Tests Pg A-12 to A-22
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| Test:Acid-fast bacillus culture (blood)Abbreviation: AFB Dept:Microbiology | Sample:Green-top tube,isolator tube,or gel-barrier tube.Special cleaning for site and tube stopper Clinical Correlation:Isolate and identify myobacterium tuberculosis
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| Test:Acid Phosphatase Abbreviation:Acid p'tase Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-Barrier tube,Centrifuge,separate,and freeze serum immediately.Transport frozen Clinical Correlation:Cancer of the prostate
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| Test:Alanine transferase Abbreviation: ALT(SGPT) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube,centrifuge for complete separate as soon as possible and refrigerate Clinical Correlation:Evaluate hepatic disease
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| Test:Alcohol Abbreviation: ETOH Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gray(preferred)or gel barrier tube.Use non alcohol germicidal solution to cleanse skin;chain of custody required for legal purposes Clinical Correlation:Intoxication
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| Test:Aldosterone Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red top,gel-barrier tube unacceptable Centrifuge,separate,refrigerate serum.Draw "up-right" sample at least 1/2hr after patient sits up Clinical Correlation:Overproduction of this hormone (Aldosterone)
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| Test:Alkaline phosphatase Abbreviation:ALP Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube,centrifuge for complete separation as soon as possible.Fasting 8-12hrs is required Clinical Correlation:Liver Function
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| Test:Alpa-fetaprotein Abbreviation:AFP Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube.Avoid hemolysis,can be performed on amniotic fluid Clinical Correlation:Fetal abnormalities,Adult hepatic carcinomas
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| Test:Aluminum Abbreviation:Al Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Royal blue tuve,no additive.Avoid all sources of external contamination. Clinical Correlation:Trace metal contamination,dialysis complication
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| Test:Ammonia Abbreviation: NH3 Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Lavender-topped tube put immediately on ice slurry.Centrifuge within 15 min not removing stopper;separate plasma&freeze plastic vial Clinical Correlation:Evaluates liver function,High levels in blood lead to problem known as hepatic encephalopathy
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| Test:Amylase Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube.Centrifuge & refrigerate serum.Avoid hemolysis and lipermia Clinical Correlation:Acute Pancreatitis
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| Test:Antibody screen Abbreviation:Coomb's test,indirect Dept:Immunohematology.blood bank | Sample:Collect whole blood(lavender) special ID procedure Clinical Correlation:Identifies any atypical antibodies present
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| Test:Antinuclear antibodies(screen or titer) Abbreviation:ANA Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample: Gel-barrier tube,refrigerated serum.Avoid hemolysis and lipemiaClinical Correlation:Systemic Lupus erythematosus and other autoimmune connective tissue diseases
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| Test:Anti-Rh antibody preparation Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Immunohematology.blood bank | Sample: Special ID procedureClinical Correlation:Administrated to Rh-negative mothers to prevent Rh immunization
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| Test: Antistreptolysin O test Abbreviation:ASO Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:Perform test immediately or refrigerate or freeze serumClinical Correlation:Streptococcal infection
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| Test:Antithrombin III activity Abbreviation:AT-III Dept:Coagulation | Sample: Light blue top invert 3-4 times cetrifuge,separate,& immediately freeze plasma in plastic vial.Transport frozenClinical Correlation:Clotting factor deficiency
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| Test:Aspartate aminotransferase Abbreviation:AST,GOT,SGOT Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Gel-barrier tube,Centrifuge for complete separation and refrigerateClinical Correlation:Acute and chronic liver disease
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| Test:Basic metabolic panel Abbreviation: BMP Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube,refrigerate unopened spun barrier tube separate within 45min of venipuncture.Fasting 8-10hrs requiredClinical Correlation:A designated number of tests covering certain body systems
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| Test:Bilirubin,Total&direct Abbreviation:Bili Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube, spin &separate within 45min.Wrap in foil to protect from light,refrigerate Clinical Correlation:Increased with types of jaundice(i.e. obstructive,hepatic,or hemolytic,hepatitis or cirrhosis)
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| Test:Blood Culture Abbreviation:BC Dept:Microbiology | Sample:Whole blood inoculated into 2 blood culture bottles,one anaerobic&one aerobic from 2 different sites or yellow tube.Do Not refrigerate Clinical Correlation:Isolate&identify potentially pathogenic organisms causing bacteremia or septicemia
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| Test:Blood group & Rh type Abbreviation: ABO&Rh Dept:Immunology | Sample:Dedicated large lavender or pink top tube,Special ID procedure,hand label with special band Clinical Correlation:Detection of ABO & Rh antigens on the red blood cells.Detect atypical antibodies for prenatal screen or crossmatch
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| Test:Calcitonin Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,fasting specimen.Allow to clot1-4hrs in icebath or refig.Centrifuge in chilled holder or refrig-cenrifuge, separate,freeze immed in plastic vial Clinical Corr:Evaluate suspected medullary carcinoma-thyroid char.hypersecretion calcitonin
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| Test:Carbon monoxide (carboxy-hemoglobin) Abbreviation: CO level Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Fill lavender tube completely refrig immediately submit original,full unopened tube Clinical Correlation:Carboxyhemoglobin intoxication
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| Test:Carcinogenic antigen Abbreviation: Ca 125 Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Serum gel tube refrig.freeze if testing delayed Clinical Correlation:Tumor marker primarily for ovarian carcinoma
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| Test:Calcium,ionized Abbreviation:iCa2+ Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube Centrifuge with cap on,do not pour over. refrig.Place a piece of tape over top of tube and write do not open Clinical Correlation:Bone cancer,nephritis multiple myeloma
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| Test:Carcinoembryonic antigen Abbreviation: CEA Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel barrier tube refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Monitoring of patients diagnosed malignancies;malignant or benign liver disease indicator of tumors
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| Test:Carotene,Beta Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Gel-barrier tube,transport in amber p;astic tubew/amber stopper,if avail wrap in foil to protect from light.freeze Clinical Correlation:Carotenemia
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| Test:Chlamydia antibodies Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:Gel-barrier tube refrig. serum collected using aseptic technique Centrifuge&separate serum from clot within 4hr of collection Clinical Correlation:for trachoma psittacosis LGV & pneumonia
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| Test:Cholesterol & HDL ratio Abbreviation: Cho/HDL Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube separate as soon as possible & refrigerate serum Clinical Correlation:Evaluates rish of coronary heart disease (CHD)
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| Test:Chromium Abbreviation:Cr level Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Royal-blue-no additive,metal free.Separate& refrigerate immediately Clinical Correlation:Associated with diabetes and aspartame toxicity
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| Test: Cold Agglutinins Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:Gel-barrier.must be kept warm incubate at 37degrees Celius &allow it to clot at 37C before separation.Store &ship at room temperature Clinical Correlation: To diagnosis viral & atypical pneumonia caused by mycoplasma pneumonia
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| Test: Complete blood count Abbreviation:CBC Dept:Hematology | Sample:Lavender top invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing includes,WBC,RBC,Hgb,Hct,indices,platelets,and diff Clinical Correlation:blood diseases
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| Test: Copper Abbreviation: Cu level Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Royal=blue -no additive, metal-free separate & transfer to a plastic transport tube immediately Clinical Correlation:Wilson's disease or nephritic syndrome
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| Test:Cord Blood Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Immunology, blood bank | Sample: Refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Group &type infants blood to detect the presence of incompatibilities or mother for possible Rh immune globin
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| Test:Cortisol, timed Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube refrigerated serum. clearly note time drawn Clinical Correlation:Cushing's syndrome
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| Test:Creatine kinase Abbreviation: CK Dept:Chemistry | Sample: gel-barrier tube,refrigerated serumClinical Correlation: Muscular dystrophy and trauma to skeletal muscle
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| Test:Creatine Kinase MB Abbreviation:CK-MB Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Gel-barrier tube,refrigerated serumClinical Correlation:Organ differentiation and to rule out myocardial infarction
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| Test:Creatine Abbreviation: Creat Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Gel-barrier tube,separate as soon as possible,refrigerate serum Clinical Correlation:Kidney function
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| Test:C-reactive protein Abbreviation: CRP Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample: Gel=barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Chronic inflammation
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| Test: Cryoglobulin Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel-barrier tube,draw & process at room temperature,separate from cells immediately Clinical Correlation:Associated with immunologic diseases (e.g. multiple myeloma or rheumatoid arthritis)
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| Test: Cyclosporine Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Whole blood or refrigerated serum from SST.Note:use same type of specimen each time analysis is measured Clinical Correlation:Immunosuppressive drug for organ transplants
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| Test: Culture Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Microbiology | Sample:Collect appropriate fluid or tissue using culture swab transport media. indicated location of culture on the requisition Clinical Correlation:Identification of infective agent and appropriate antibiotic treatment
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| Test:Cytomegalovirus antibody Abbreviation:CMV Dept:Immunology/blood bank | Sample:gel-barrier tube,centrifuge ASAP,refrigerate serum Clinical Correlation:Screens donors and blood products for transplant programs
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| Test:D-dimer Abbreviation:D-DI Dept:Coagulation | Sample:1mL frozen citrated plasma from a completely filled light blue tube.Separate & freeze plasma immediately in plastic vials.Transport frozen. Clinical Correlation:DIC and thrombotic episodes such as pulmonary emboli
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| Test:Differential Abbreviation:Diff Dept:Hematology | Sample:Blood smear stained with wright's stain Clinical Correlation:Classifying types of leukocytes,describing erythrocytes and estimation of platelets
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| Test:Direct antiglobulin test Abbreviation:DAT,Coombs test,direct Dept:Immunology/blood bank | Sample: Dedicated lavender top special ID procedure Clinical Correlation:Detects antibodies attached to the patient's red blood cells
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| Test:Disseminated intravascular coagulation panel Abbreviation: DIC panel Dept:Coagulation | Sample: Light-blue top,completely filled.Centrifuge,separate&freeze plasma immediately in plastic vials.transport frozen Clinical Correlation:Distortion of the normal coagulation &fibrinolytic mechanisms
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| Test: Drug monitoring -Amikacin Abbreviation: (Amikin) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Broad-spectrum antibiotic
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| Test: Drug monitoring -Barbiturates Abbreviation:(phenobarbital) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Anticonvulsant for seizures
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| Test:Drug monitoring-Carbamazepine Abbreviation:(Tegretol) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Mood-stabilizing drug in bipolar affective disorder
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Digoxin Abbreviation:(Lanoxin) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Heart stimulant
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Gentamicin Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Broad-spectrum antibiotic
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Lithium Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Manic-depression medication
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| Test:Drug monitoring -Phenytoin Abbreviation: (Dilantin) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Treatment of epilepsy
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Salicylates Abbreviation:(Aspirin) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Evaluation of Therapy
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Theophylline Abbreviation:(Aminophylline) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Asthma medication
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Tobramycin Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Broad-spectrum antibiotic
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| Test:Drug monitoring-Valporic Acid Abbreviation: (Depakote) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Seizures and symptomatic epilepsy
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| Test:Drug monitoring - Vancomycin Abbreviation: (Vancocin) Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Plain red,no gel barrier centrifuge &separate within 1 hr and transfer to plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Broad-spectrum antibiotic
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| Test:Electrolytes Abbreviation:Na,K,Cl,CO2,lytes Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel barrier tube.centrifuge within 30 min after drawing.Do not remove stopper.Avoid hemolysis and lipema Clinical Correlation:Fluid balance,cardiotxicity,heart failure,edema
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| Test:Eosinophil Abbreviation: Eos Dept:Hematology | Sample:Lavender top.invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Allergy studies
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| Test:Epstein-Barr virus panel Abbreviation:EBV Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:Gel barrier tube.store sreum at 2-8*C Clinical Correlation:Mononucleosis
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| Test:Erythrocyte sedimentation rate Abbreviation: ESR Dept:Hematology | Sample: Lavender top invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawingClinical Correlation:indication of degree of inflammation
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| Test:Factor Assays Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Coagulation | Sample:Light blue tope.invert 3-4 times,centrifuge,separate & freeze plasma immediately in plastic vials 1mL aliquot for each factorClinical Correlation:to detect factor deficiency
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| Test:Febrile agglutinun panel Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample: gel barrier tube,random serum specimen.Avoid gross hemolysis and lipema Clinical Correlation:Screen for Salmonella,Tuleremia,Rickettsia,& brucell antibodies
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| Test:Ferritin Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Gel barrier tube,refrigerated serumClinical Correlation:Hemachromatosis, iron deficiency
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| Test:Fibrinogen Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Coagulation | Sample:Completely filled light blue top invert 3-4 times centrifuge 15min separate&freeze immediately.Place in plastic vial and transport frozen Clinical Correlation:To investigate suspected bleeding disorders
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| Test:Fibrin split products/fibrin degradation product Abbreviation: FSP/FDP Dept:Coagulation | Sample:Light blue top,completely filled inverted 6 times immediately centrifuge for 15 min separate &freeze transport frozen Clinical Correlation:DIC and thrombotic episodes,valuable early diagnostic sign of increased rate of fibrin deposition
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| Test:Fluorescent trponemal antibody absorption Abbreviation:FTA-ABS Dept:serology/immunology | Sample: gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Syphilis
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| Test:Gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase Abbreviation: GGT Dept:Chemistry | Sample: gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum.Spin and separate ASAPClinical Correlation:Assists in the diagnosis of liver problems;specific for hepatobiliary problems
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| Test: Gastrin Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel barrier tube separate serum from cells within 1 hr after collection;freeze serum.Overnight fasting is required Clinical Correlation:Stomach disorders
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| Test:Clucose,fasting Abbreviation: FBS Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Gel barrier tube,separate from cells within 1hr or use gray-top tubeClinical Correlation:Diabetes,hypoglycemia
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| Test: Glycosylated hemoglobin Abbreviation: Hgb A1c Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Lavender tube Clinical Correlation:Monitoring diabetes mellitus
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| Test: Glucose 6-phosphate dehydro genase Abbreviation:G-6-PD Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Lavender tube,do not freeze Clinical Correlation:Drug-induced anemias
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| Test: Gonorrhea screen Abbreviation: GC Dept:Microbiology | Sample: Taken from the urethra of male or endocervical canal from female Clinical Correlation:Sexually transmitted disease
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| Test:Hematocrit Abbreviation: Hct Dept:Hematology | Sample:Lavender top invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Anemia
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| Test:Hemoglobin Abbreviation: Hgb Dept:Hematology | Sample: Lavender top,invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Anemia
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| Test:Hemoglobin A1c (see glycosylated hemoglobin)Hemoglobin electrophoresis Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Refrigerated lavender top invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:hemoglobinopathies and thalassemia
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| Test:Hapatitis B surface antibody Abbreviation: HBsAb Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample: Gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Determination of previous infection and immunity by hepatitis B
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| Test: Hepatitis B surface antigen Abbreviation: HBsAg Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Diagnosis of acute or some chronic stages of infection and carrier status of hepatitis B
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| Test:Homocysteine Abbreviation: Hcy Dept:Chemistry | Sample:EDTA plasma (pref)or serum gel barrier tube.place on ice immediately.centrifuge &separate within 1 hr or draw refrigerate specimen Clinical Correlation:Elevated levels indicate increased risk of atherosclerosis
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| Test:Human immunodeficiency virus antigen Abbreviation: HIV=1 Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:Gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum,Do not ship in glass tubes.Use code number in place of patient name to protect patient confidentiality Clinical Correlation:Screen for donated blood and plasma as an aid in the diagnosis of HIV-1 infection
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| Test: Human leukocyte antigen-B 27 Abbreviation: HLA-B27 Dept:Immunology/blood bank | Sample: Yellow top (ACD)tubes,unopened tube required do not freeze or refrig.ethnic origin must be included Clinical Correlation:Tested for disease association,matching prior to organ transplantation platelet transfusion,paternity and forensic evaluation
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| Test: Human chorionic gonadotropin Abbreviation: HCG Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Pregnancy,testicular cancer
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| Test: Immunoglobins Abbreviation: IgA,IgG,IgM Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:Measurement of proteins capable of becoming antibodies,chronic liver disease, myeloma
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| Test: Indices Abbreviation:MCV<MCH<MCHC Dept:Hematology | Sample: Lavender top,invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Indicates mean cell hemoglobin(MCH) hemoglobin concentration MCHC) and volume (MCV)
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| Test:Iron and total iron binding capacity Abbreviation: TIBC Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum,separate from cells within 1 hr of collection,fasting morning specimen is preferred Clinical Correlation:Assist in differential diagnosis of anemia
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| Test: Lactic AcidAbbreviation: Lact Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Draw whole blood from stasis free vein into a gray-top tube.centrifuge & separate plasma within 15 min of collectionClinical Correlation:Measurement of anaerobic blycolysis due to strenous exercise,increased lactic acid can occur in liver disease
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| Test:Lactate dehydrogenaseAbbreviation:LD Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel barrier tube,avoid hemolysis-do not freeze or refrigerateClinical correlation:Cardiac injury and other muscle damage
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| Test:Lead Abbreviation: Pb Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Royal blue EDTA / tan top lead free tube.Use other evacutated tubes or transfer tubes may produce falsely elevated results due to contamination Clinical Correlation:Lead toxicity,can lead to neurologic dysfunction,possible permanent brain damage
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| Test: Lipase Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:used to distinguish between abdominal pain and that owing to acute pancreatitis
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| Test:Lipoproteins-High density lipoprotein Abbreviation: HDL Dept:Chemistry | Sample: gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum must be fasting a minimun of 12 hrsClinical Correlation:Evaluates lipid disorders and coronary artery disease risk
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| Test:Lipoproteins-Low density lipoprotein Abbreviation:LDL Dept:Chemistry | Sample: gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum must be fasting a minimun of 12 hrs Clinical Correlation:Evaluates lipid disorders and coronary artery disease risk
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| Test: Magnesium Abbreviation: Mg Dept:Chemistry | Sample: gel barrier tube separate from cells with 45 min maintain specimen at room temperature Clinical Correlation:Mineral metabolism kidney function
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| Test:Mononucleosis screen Abbreviation:Mono-test Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum Clinical Correlation:infectious mononucleosis
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| Test:Partial thromboplastin time (activated PTT) Abbreviation: PTT/APTT Dept:Coagulation | Sample: Completely filled blue top invert 3-4 times immediately after drawing.Do not centrifuge or freeze if the sample will not be tested within 24 hrsClinical Correlation:Clotting factor deficiency,monitoring heparin therapy
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| Test:Phosphorus Abbreviation:P.Po4 Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube,separate from cells within 45min maintain specimen at room temperatureClinical Correlation:thyroid function,bone disorders,and kidney disease
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| Test:Plasminogen Abbreviation: n/xDept:Coagulation | Sample: Blue top,centrifuge,separate and freeze plasma immediately in plastic vials transport frozenClinical Correlation:Fibrin clot formation prevention
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| Test:Platelet AggregationAbbreviation:Plt.agg Dept: Hematology | Sample:4-5mL sodium citrate tubes invert 3-4 times do not centrifuge,do not refrigerate.Notify lab before collection,.specimen must be received within 1 hr of collection. Clinical Correlation:Hemostasis and thrombus formation
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| Test:Platelet Count Abbreviation: Plt.ct Dept:Hematology | Sample:Lavender top,invert gently6-8 times immediately after drawingClinical Correlation:Bleeding disorders
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| Test: Prostatic specific antigen,total & free Abbreviation: PSA Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube,separate&freeze serum immediately in plastic vial.transport frozen Clinical Correlation:Screen for the presence of prostate cancer, to monitor the progression of the disease and monitor the response to treatment for prostate cancer
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| Test:Prothyrombin time Abbreviation: PT Dept:Coagulation | Sample:completely filled blue topinvert 3-4 times immediately after drawing,do not centrifuge or freeze if the sample needs to be transported Clinical Correlation:Clotting factor deficiency monitoring warfarin therapy
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| Test: Red cell count Abbreviation: RBC Dept:hematology | Sample: Lavender top invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Anemia
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| Test:Reticulocyte count Abbreviation: Retic Dept:Hematology | Sample:Lavender top invert 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Anemia
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| Test: Rheumatoid factor Abbreviation: RF Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample:gel barrier tube,refrigerated serum.overnight fasting is preferred Clinical Correlation:Arthritic conditions
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| Test: Rapid plasmin reagin Abbreviation: RPR Dept:Serology/immunology | Sample: gel barrier tube refrigerated serum,hemolysis and lipemia may alter test results Clinical Correlation:Syphilis
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| Test: Sedimentation rate,Westergren Abbreviation: ESR Dept:Hematology | Sample: Lavender top.invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:Abnormal protein linkage
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| Test:Serum protein electrophoresis Abbreviation: SPEP or PEP Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube, refrigerate serum Clinical Correlation:Abnormal protein linkage
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| Test:Sputum screen Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Microbiology | Sample: True sputum,not saliva-early morning sample Clinical Correlation:Tuberculosis
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| Test:Streptococcus screen Abbreviation: streo Dept:Microbiology | Sample: Sumbit culturette Clinical Correlation:Strep throat
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| Test:Sweat chloride or electrolytes(iontop horesis) Abbreviation:n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: collect sweat specimen by iontophoresis Clinical Correlation:cystic fibrosis
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| Test:Thyroid profile (comprehensive) Abbreviation: FTI,T3,T4,TSH Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube or red top tube must be separated in plastic transfer tube Clinical Correlation:Hyper or hypothyroid conditions
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| Test: Triglycerides Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample:gel barrier tube refrigerated serum,strict fasting12-14hrs is required (water only) Clinical Correlation:used to evaluate risk of coronary heart disease
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| Test:Vitamin B12 and folate Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: gel barrier tube,centrifuge separate and refrigerate,protect from lightClinical Correlation:Macrocytic anemia
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| Test:Urea Nitrogen Abbreviation: BUN Dept:Chemistry | Sample: serum gel tube,centrifuge for complete separation and refrigerate Clinical Correlation:kidney function
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| Test: Uric Acid Abbreviation: n/a Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Serum gel tube or red top tube that must be separated within 45 min Maintain specimen at room temperature Clinical Correlation:Gout
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| Test:White cell count Abbreviation: WBC Dept:Hematology | Sample: Lavender top,invert gently 6-8 times immediately after drawing Clinical Correlation:infection(viral or bacterial)
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| Test:Zinc (serum) Abbreviation: Zn Dept:Chemistry | Sample:Non additive royal blue.separate serum within 45 min and transfer to plastic trasport tube Clinical Correlation:liver dysfunction
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| Test:Zinc (RBC) Abbreviation: ZNRBC Dept:Chemistry | Sample: Royal blue EDTA refrigerate immediately,hemolysis unacceptable Clinical Correlation:screening test for lead poisoning and iron deficiency
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To hide a column, click on the column name.
To hide the entire table, click on the "Hide All" button.
You may also shuffle the rows of the table by clicking on the "Shuffle" button.
Or sort by any of the columns using the down arrow next to any column heading.
If you know all the data on any row, you can temporarily remove it by tapping the trash can to the right of the row.
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