2 mL sodium fluoride plasma centrifuge sample and separate plasma from cells within 30 minutes of collection. transfer plasma to a plastic transport tube. Cap tube tightly to minimize alcohol loss. Clearly label tube as sodium fluoride plasma. Submit sealed tube with red tape. Refrigerate.
Do not use alcohol for sterilization during collection.
When multiple tests are ordered, submit separate tube for this test.
2 mL EDTA plasma centrifuge sample and separate plasma from cells within 30 minutes of collection. Transfer plasma to a plastic transport tube. Cap tube tightly to minimize alcohol loss. Clearly label tube as EDTA plasma. Submit sealed tube with red tape. Refrigerate.
Do not use alcohol for sterilization during collection.
When multiple tests are ordered, submit separate tube for this test.