VWF GPIbM Activity
Test Mnemonic
VGPIBM
CPT Codes
- 85245 - QTY (1)
Includes
- VWF GPIbM Activity
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Plasma | Sodium citrate (Lt. Blue) | Centrifuge, aliquot and freeze ASAP. | Centrifuge samples; Aliquot plasma into a separate tube and label with Epic Beaker labels. Specimens should be frozen (-20C or colder) |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
| Ambient | 4 hours |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Varies, Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |