Grossly hemolyzed samples are not recommended for analysis.
Storage/Transport Temperature
24 hours at 2-8°C
1 year -20°C
Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.
Additional Information
The intrinsic hepcidin test is a quantitative assay that aids in management of iron-restricted disorders such as iron deficiency anemia, anemia of inflammation, and iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia. Hepcidin also aids in the management of iron overload disorders, such as hereditary hemochromatosis and iron-loading anemia. It is recommended to send a simulataneous sample for ferritin and transferrin saturation to aid in interpretation of serum hepcidin level.
CPT Codes
86849
Additional Information
The intrinsic hepcidin test is a quantitative assay that aids in management of iron-restricted disorders such as iron deficiency anemia, anemia of inflammation, and iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia. Hepcidin also aids in the management of iron overload disorders, such as hereditary hemochromatosis and iron-loading anemia. It is recommended to send a simulataneous sample for ferritin and transferrin saturation to aid in interpretation of serum hepcidin level.
Amount to Collect
2.0 mL Blood
Collect
Red top or gold top
Collection Remarks
Grossly hemolyzed samples are not recommended for analysis.
CPT Codes
86849
Methodology
Monoclonal antibody-based competitive ELISA
Minimum Volume
2.0 mL Blood
Performed
Hemoglobinopathy Lab
Preferred Volume
2.0 mL Blood
Rejection Criteria
Unlabeled or mislabeled specimens
Routine TAT
15 business days
Sample Type
Serum
Stability (from collection to initiation)
24 hours at 2-8°C
1 year -20°C
Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage/Transport Temperature
24 hours at 2-8°C
1 year -20°C
Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.
Ordering
Routine TAT
15 business days
Methodology
Monoclonal antibody-based competitive ELISA
Performed
Hemoglobinopathy Lab
Collection
Collect
Red top or gold top
Sample Type
Serum
Amount to Collect
2.0 mL Blood
Preferred Volume
2.0 mL Blood
Minimum Volume
2.0 mL Blood
Rejection Criteria
Unlabeled or mislabeled specimens
Stability (from collection to initiation)
24 hours at 2-8°C
1 year -20°C
Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage/Transport Temperature
24 hours at 2-8°C
1 year -20°C
Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.
Performed
Hemoglobinopathy Lab
Collection Remarks
Grossly hemolyzed samples are not recommended for analysis.
Processing
Storage/Transport Temperature
24 hours at 2-8°C
1 year -20°C
Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.
Result Interpretation
Additional Information
The intrinsic hepcidin test is a quantitative assay that aids in management of iron-restricted disorders such as iron deficiency anemia, anemia of inflammation, and iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia. Hepcidin also aids in the management of iron overload disorders, such as hereditary hemochromatosis and iron-loading anemia. It is recommended to send a simulataneous sample for ferritin and transferrin saturation to aid in interpretation of serum hepcidin level.
Administrative
CPT Codes
86849
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Additional Information
The intrinsic hepcidin test is a quantitative assay that aids in management of iron-restricted disorders such as iron deficiency anemia, anemia of inflammation, and iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia. Hepcidin also aids in the management of iron overload disorders, such as hereditary hemochromatosis and iron-loading anemia. It is recommended to send a simulataneous sample for ferritin and transferrin saturation to aid in interpretation of serum hepcidin level.
Amount to Collect
2.0 mL Blood
Collect
Red top or gold top
Collection Remarks
Grossly hemolyzed samples are not recommended for analysis.
