A56

Test CODE NAME

A56

Viscosity, Serum

Methodology: Quantitative Viscometry
Performed: Mon-Fri
Reported: 3-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST) - 1 ml serum
Specimen Preparation:Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Stability: After separation of cells:  Refrigerated: 4 days
CPT Code(s): 85810