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Clinical System Name
Cholestanol Level
Synonyms
Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis
CTX gene
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Lavender/EDTA (Preferred) or Dark Green/Sodium Heparin
Preferred Vol: 3.0 mL
Minimum Vol:
Note: Deliver to the Main Lab immediately for same day shipment.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: CPA -20 freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Spin down and freeze plasma. Transport frozen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood | Room temp | 24 h |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable | |
| Plasma | Frozen | Y |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | 2 w |
Performing Laboratory
Kennedy Krieger Institute
Biochemical Genetics Section, Room 526
707 North Broadway
Baltimore, MD 21205
Phone: (443) 923-2782
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
82542
Methodology
Method:
Analytical Volume: 1.0 mL Plasma
Limitations:
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: |
Cholestanol - Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis |
| Reference Test Number: | |
| Instructions: | Ship whole blood at room temperature via FedEx on date on collection. Frozen plasma should be shipped Monday - Thursday via FedEx. Saturday deliveries are not acceptable. |