Test Code CER Ceruloplasmin
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SSTCollection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Testing Volume
0.2 mL (200 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Chylous serum, more than 1 specimen submitted in 24 hours, inadequate labelling, plasma samples
Specimen Storage and Stability
Separate serum and refrigerate. Freeze if not tested within 72 hrs.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
Alias
Ceruloplasmin;
EPIC Code
LAB703
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel
Patient Preparation
Fasting preferred
Turn Around Time
1-3 days
Lab Department
Chemistry