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Specimen Required
Patient preparation: Patient should be fasting 10-12 hours prior to collection. Patient should not be on any antacid medication or medications that affect gastroentero-intestinal function, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Z tube
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw 10 mL of blood in special Z-tube (MCL T701). Separate plasma form cells immediately after draw and send 3 mL of plasma frozen in plastic vial.
Method Name
Direct Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Reporting Name
NeurotensinSpecimen Type
PlasmaSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma | Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
50 - 100 pg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
7 to 11 daysPerforming Laboratory
Inter Science InstituteTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Inter Science Institute. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.CPT Code Information
83519
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FNEUR | Neurotensin | 2655-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0923 | Neurotensin | 2655-9 |