Updated Test
Effective Date
09/02/2025
Included in Report
Updated Test
Updated Test
Notes
Update to New York approval, specimen requirements, and stability
New York Approval: New York DOH Approval Status: No
Specimen Preparation: Send 1.0 mL whole blood. Gently invert tube 8 – 10 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE.
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Stability:
Room temperature: 28 days
Refrigerated: 28 days
Frozen (-20°C): Unacceptable
Frozen (-70°C): 28 days
Test Details
Mnemonic
OMEGC
Ordering Code
3400931
CPT-4 Codes(s)
82542