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HelpTest Code VISC Viscosity, Serum
Specimen Type
Blood
Container
Red top
Preferred Volume
30 mL
30mL of blood in 3 red top tubes or a minimum volume of 7 mL of serum is required for this procedure.
Availability
24/7
Turnaround Time
24 hours
STAT Availability
Available
Test Methodology
Viscosimeter, Ostwald
CPT Code
85810
Reference Range
1.4 – 1.8 relative to water
Minimum Volume
7 mL
Test Limitations
30mL of blood in 3 red top tubes or a minimum volume of 7 mL of serum is required for this procedure.
STAT Turnaround Time
Call lab for Stat analysis during the midnight shift. For emergency specimen, call lab 2-1314
Fee Code
53253