| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-SST | 7 Days 2-8° C | 50 - 212 ug/dL |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Colorimetric
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Schedule
Mon-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
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Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
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Clinical Utility
Serum measurements are useful in the diagnosis of iron deficiency and hemochromatosis.
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CPT Codes
83540
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