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HelpCatalog ID HEXP Iohexol, Plasma
Reporting Name
Iohexol, PUseful For
Determining glomerular filtration rate in plasma specimens
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Plasma HeparinSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Green top (heparin)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Heparin | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 35 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
82542
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HEXP | Iohexol, P | 93974-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 61713 | Iohexol, P | 93974-4 |
Report Available
3 to 4 daysReject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Method Name
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Renal Diagnostics Test Request (T830) with the specimen.