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Test Code Epic LAB480 NEWBORN METABOLIC SCREEN

Sunquest ordering code

NEOSHL for Iowa orders

NEOSC for Illinois orders

Sample type

 NEWBORN METABOLIC SCREEN BLOOD COLLECTION FILTER PAPER- HEELSTICK TRANSPORT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE

CPT Code

84443, 82776, 83020, 83789, 82261, 84144, 83516, 81479

Sample requirements

Capillary blood, saturating circles of paper.. Collect after 24 hours of age.

Special Instructions

Dried blood samples in biohazard bag at ambient temperature. Protect from moisture and heat. Specimens are to be sent on a daily basis.

Performing Laboratory

SHL

Minimum Volume

3 circles fully saturated.