Test Code LAB20381 Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor
Department
Send Outs
Reference Lab Test Number
PAIAR
Collection Requirements
Freeze Immediately
Refer To
Primary Collection Container
Blue 2.7 mL (Citrate)
Transport
Plamsa frozen
Preferred Transport Temperature
Frozen
Processing
Send 1.5 mL plasma in a screw-capped plastic vial.
Stability
Room Temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: 2 months
Minimum Testing Volume
1.0 mL
Methodology
Bioimmunoassay
Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Reported
4-6 days
CPT Codes
85415
Unacceptable Conditions
Hemolyzed specimens, serum