Test Code LAB106 Vitamin B12, Serum
Additional Codes
Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
---|---|---|
VITAMIN B12 | LAB106 | B12 |
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Intrinsic Factor Assay
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top or serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
2. Separate serum from cells within 2 hours of draw.
Additional Information:
1. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Ambient 8 hours OK/Frozen OK
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
Central Region: St. Joseph's Medical Center Lab
East Region: SMDC Clinical Lab
West Region: Fargo Hospital Lab, St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82607
Reference Values
213-816 pg/mL