Specimen Requirements
Minimum of 7.0 mL EDTA whole blood in Royal Blue Top; alternately 3.0 mL in Lavender Top
Supplies for Submission
Royal Blue Top (1) EDTA trace-free; alternately Lavender Top (2) K2EDTA
Specimen Collection
Submit a minimum of 7.0 mL EDTA whole blood in Royal Blue Top tube; alternately 3.0 mL in Lavender Top tubes.
Storage Requirements
Refrigerated.
Specimens are stable if refrigerated for 12 days.
Causes for Rejections
Frozen or clotted specimens are not accepted.