Specimen Requirements
2 mL Serum
Specimen Collection
2 mL serum. Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate.
Storage Requirements
Refrigerated. Specimen Stability: 2 days room temperature, 8 days refrigerated, 3 months frozen
Causes for Rejections
Gross hemolysis