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Samples must be at room temperature before beginning the test
procedure.
Serum or plasma, either fresh, previously frozen or stored at
2°–7°C (35°–45°F) can be used in this
test.
Serum or plasma can be stored for up to seven days at
2°–7°C (35°–45°F). For longer storage,
the sample should be frozen (-20°C/-4°F or colder).
Previously frozen or older samples must be centrifuged before
use.
Hemolyzed or lipemic samples will not affect results.
EDTA or heparin in plasma will not affect results.
Whole blood can be used. Whole blood must be anticoagulated
(e.g., EDTA, heparin) and can be used either fresh or after
refrigeration (2°–7°C/35°–45°F) for up
to one week.
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