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HelpTest Code 4011314 D Dimer
Specimen Requirements
1.0 mL plasma.
Container
Sodium citrate (light blue top) tube only
Stability
Stable 4 hours at room temperature, 24 hours at 2-8°C
May be frozen at -20°C for up to 2 weeks.
Analytical Time
Same day
Available stat
Sample Retention Time
7 days
Method
Immunoassay
CPT Code
85378
Performing Laboratory
Springfield Hospital Laboratory
Reject Due To
Improperly labeled sample
Tubes filled to less than 90%
Tubes filled above the fill line
Clotted sample
Gross hemolysis