623

Test CODE NAME

623

Factor XIII, Functional

Methodology: Chromogenic Assay
Performed: Tue,Fri
Reported: 3-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Light Blue (sodium citrate) - 1 ml. plasma
Specimen Preparation: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate  plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer platelet-poor plasma to a Standard Transport Tube.
Recommend quick-freezing the sample to keep coagulation Factor intact.
Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICAL FROZEN. 
Stability: Refrigerated 24 hours, Frozen: 14 days
Note: This test is approved for NY .
Performing Lab 
Quest Diagnostics Nichols INST
CPT Code(s): 85290