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HelpTest Code VIP Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide, Plasma
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide,PSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTAOrdering Guidance
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial. Freeze immediately.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 90 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.55 mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysReport Available
2 to 4 daysReference Values
<86 pg/mL
Useful For
Detecting vasoactive intestinal polypeptide-producing tumors in patients with chronic diarrheal diseases
CPT Code Information
84586
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| VIP | Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide,P | 3125-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8150 | Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide,P | 3125-2 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.