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Protein C Antigen

Alternative Names/Synonyms	PC Antigen
Laboratory	Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section	Hematology
Specimen Type	Blood
Test Code	PRCAG

Ordering Instructions, Requisition

MSH Coagulation requisition form (MS 520)

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Plasma (3.2% Na Citrate)

Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))

Full draw

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

Light Blue citrate tube
Collection Containers – Tube Types

Draw (mL)

Adult: 2.7 mL
Pediatric Micro tube: 1 mL

Collection Requirements

Blood Collection Instructions

Cause for Rejection

Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance

Instrument, Methodology

Referred Out: https://stmichaelshospital.com/mirror-hosts/stmichaelshospital.com/programs/labs/tests/

Referral Laboratory

Referred Out to St. Michaels Hospital

Special Instructions

Must indicate anticoagulant status