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HelpTest Code LAB4023 Procalcitonin (Pct)
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium Heparin (Green Top)
Acceptable: Serum (Red Top)
Specimen Volume: 1.5mL
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
| Room Temp 18-28°C | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated 2–8°C | 48 hours |
| Frozen <-18°C | 8 weeks |
Additional Instructions
Plasma/serum must be separated from cells.
Department
Chemistry