CPT Code(s):

84100

Other Names:

Phosphorus, inorganic

Test Includes:

Phosphorus

Specimen Requirements:

Serum(preferred)

Container

SST, Gold

Collection Instructions:

Separate samples as soon as possible

Stability:

Separated Samples are stable at 2-8˚C or as least 6 months when frozen.

Rejection Criteria / Special Instructions:

Lipemia will interfere with this assay. Gross hemolysis and Gross Icterus, and improperly labeled specimens.

Methodology:

Beckman AU 480