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HelpTest ID BLOD0537 Lithium
AKA
LI
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Preferred collection time is 12 hours post dose.
Lithium heparin plasma is not acceptable
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 0.5 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.25 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 24 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 6 months at -20 C |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Colorimetric
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
80178