Test Name
Estrone
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeSerum
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Non Gel Red Top
Container Whole Blood Required7 ml whole blood in a Non Gel Red Top. Minimum 4.5 ml whole blood in a Non Gel Red Top
Specimen Preparation OutreachSpin within 4 hours of collection, separate serum into plastic 12 X 75 pour-off tube. Cap with red plastic stopper. Refrigerate until courier pickup.
Minimum Volume0.5 ml serum
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseSpin/separate and refrigerate until shipped.
Reference ValueAccompanies report.