Test Code FEPR Iron Profile
Specimen Required
Lithium Heparin Plasma Separator Tube (GREEN) or
Serum Separator Tube SST (YELLOW)
Specimen Handling and Stability
Handle and store specimens in containers to avoid contamination and evaporation.
Specimen Stability:
* Room Temperature: 3 Days
* Refrigerated: 14 Days
* Frozen: 14 Days
CPT Codes
83540, 83550
Included Assays
* Iron Level
* Direct Total Iron Binding Capacity
* Percent Iron Saturation