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HelpTest Code VISCO Viscosity, Serum
Collection Container
Red
Specimen Required
serum
Specimen Volume
5 mL
(4- 5ml red top tubes)
Minimum Specimen Volume
3 mL
Special Handling Instructions
Do not collect in gel barrier tube.
Transport Temperature
Whole blood-ambient,serum-frozen
Reasons for Rejection
Insufficient specimen,hemolyzed,collected in gel barrier tube.
Methodology
Viscometer
Reference Ranges
1.4-1.8
Turnaround Time
1-3 Days
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday-Friday,7 AM-3PM
CPT Code
85810
Units of Measure
Ratio
LOINC Code
3128-6