CPT Code(s):

83970

Other Names:

Intact Parathyroid Hormone

Test Includes:

iPTH

Specimen Requirements:

Serum(preferred)

Container

Use of SST tubes may result in a decrease in concentration values up to 20%when compared to serum collected in serum tubes without additives.

Collection Instructions:

Separate the sample from cells as soon as possible.

Stability:

Specimens are stable up to 2 days at 2 - 8 ˚C. Specimens stored frozen up to 6 months.

Rejection Criteria / Special Instructions:

Grossly Hemolyzed

Methodology:

Architect i1000SR using CMIA technology