Test Name
Erythropoietin
Alternate DescriptionEPO
LIS CodeEPOP
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeSerum
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Non Gel Red Top
Container Whole Blood Required7 ml whole blood in a Non Gel Red Top
Summary Test NameErythropoietin
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseSpin, separate, refrigerate until shipped
Patient PreparationBlood should be drawn between 07:00 and 12:00 hours
Reference ValueAccompanies report