Collect
Collect in a plain red top or SST tube
Specimen Preparation
Allow sample to clot at room temperature for 20 to 60 minutes. Centrifuge ASAP to separate serum from cells and aliquot cell-free serum into a labeled polypropylene or similar plastic tube.
Preferred volume: 0.5 mL serum
Pediatric Collection
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL
Storage Transport Temp
Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well-insulated container frozen on dry ice.
Stability
Frozen at -70°C: 1 year. Serum samples may be stored at +2°C to +8°C for up to 14 days if necessary.
Notes
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