Platelet Dependent Antibody, Unfractionated Heparin
Test Mnemonic
SERORE
CPT Codes
- 86022 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Serotonin Release Assay (SRA)
- SRA - Porcine Heparin
- SRA - Unfractionated Heparin
Includes
- % Release (Low Dose Heparin)
- % Release (High Dose Heparin)
- Interpretation
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
FDA Category
Laboratory Developed Test
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Frozen | Transfer 5 mL serum to standard aliquot tube |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 1 week |
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | Indefinitely |
Days Performed
Mon - Sat
Turnaround Time
3 - 5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Serotonin Release Assay (SRA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
This test is New York DOH approved.
Clinical Info
Use as gold standard test for diagnosis of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).