Test Code FERR Ferritin
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
GRN-PSTCollection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Testing Volume
0.3 mL (300 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Inadequate labeling, improper collection.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Stable up to 48 hours at 2-8 C
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
Alias
Ferritin, Serum;
EPIC Code
LAB68
Acceptable Collection Container
GRN-PST, SST, R-NoGel, G-NoGel
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry