Laboratory Test Detail

Last Updated: April 20, 2024 @ 9:13 am

93042

Factor VIII Activity

Specimen:Collect:
  • Two Blue Top (Na Citrate)
Submit:
  • 2 mL (Min:1 mL) Plasma . Submit Frozen. Submit in a Standard Transport Tube.
Special Handling:
  • Critical Frozen
  • Separate aliquot required for each frozen test ordered
  • For hemophiliacs: note dose, date, and time of last factor VIII concentrate infusion.
Rejection Criteria:
  • Hemolyzed specimens
Stability:Ambient: 4 Hour(s); Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 3 Month(s); Incubated: Unacceptable
Methodology:
  • Clotting
Performed:Mon-Sat
Reported:2-5 Day(s)
CPT Codes:
  • 85240
Components:
  • 93042 - FACTOR VIII ACT.
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