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MYOGLOBIN, SERUM

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB1071    Geisinger Epic ID:  52209

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

Serum


Preferred collection container: 
Alternate collection container: 
6 mL red-top (plain, non-serum separator) tube
Specimen required: 

1 mL serum; minimum 0.5 mL



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Processing instructions: 

Centrifuge and aliquot.


Transport temperature: 

Room temperature.


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 7 days. Refrigerated: 14 days. Frozen: 35 days.



TEST DETAILS
CPT code(s):  83874
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Methodology: 
Nephelometry
Synonyms: 

Quest test code 660, Myoglob Ser


Clinical significance: 

Assessment of skeletal muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis).


Review Date:  12/05/2024

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