Referred Tests
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Test ID: APIVC
Aldosterone, Inferior Vena Cava, Plasma
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Plasma EDTA
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Patient Preparation: The plasma renin activity (PRA) cannot be interpreted if the patient is being treated with spironolactone (Aldactone). Spironolactone should be discontinued for 4 to 6 weeks before testing.
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1.6 mL
Additional Information: See Renin-Aldosterone Studies in Special Instructions for more detailed instructions.
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Specimen Minimum Volume Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory
1 mL
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Refrigerated | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 4 days |