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Test Code LAB3441 Retinol Binding Protein

Clinical System Name

Retinol Binding Protein

Synonyms

RBP

Sample Requirements

Specimen: Whole blood

Container(s): Gold SST, Gold Microtainer, Red, Lt. Green/Lithium Heparin, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin

Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL

Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL

 

Note: Can share volume with any other testing performed on the ProSpec

Processing Instructions

Reject due to: 

Spin: Y

Aliquot: Y

Temp: 2-8 C

Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigA rack.

 

Off-site collection: Spin and aliquot 0.5mL serum/plasma in plastic tube. Send refrigerated.

Stability

Specimen Type Temperature Time
gel separator with serum/plasma Refrigerated 48 h
separated serum/plasma Room temp 2 h
  Refrigerated 7 d
  Frozen -20 C 3 m

 

Availability

STAT Performed TAT
N M, W, F, day shift 1-3 d

 

Performing Laboratory

Seattle Children's Laboratory    

Department

Department:  Chemistry

Location: Chem East

Phone Number:  (206) 987-2617

CPT Codes

83883

Methodology

Method: Nephelometry by Siemens ProSpec

Analytical Volume: 0.4 mL serum/plasma (absolute minimum is 0.250 mL serum/plasma)

Limitations:

Reference Range

 

  mg/dL
0 - 3 Months 1.4 - 3.2
3 Months - 1 Year 2.3 - 3.4
1 - 10 Years 1.7 - 3.4
10 - 16 Years 2.3 - 4.5
16 Years - Adult 1.9 - 6.7