Laboratory: Clinical Biochemistry
Test Name:
VITAMIN E - (S)
Test Code: VITE
Clinical Information:
No gel collection is strongly recommended (even though it is not currently specified with the In-Common Laboratories website).
Alternate Name:  α-TOCOPHEROL
Collection Devices:
Protect from light.
Specimen Required:


Serum: 2.0 mL
Pediatric Serum: 0.6 mL
Referral:

Store and send frozen.  Stable frozen for 2 months and refrigerated temperature for up to 14 days.
Requisition:
Reference Values:
Availability:
Within 10 Days
See Also:
More Information:
Protect from light - wrap vial with foil. Specimen must be labeled inside and outside light-protective wrap.  Store and send frozen to In-Common Laboratories.