Miscellaneous Quest Diagnostics
Use
This test is designed as a miscellaneous referral test to accommodate sending out specimens to Quest Diagnostics for assays not directly performed at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. It is essential for tests that require specialized or unique assessments not available in-house, ensuring comprehensive diagnostic coverage for patients whose condition might require such external testing.
Special Instructions
Ensure to provide the following when ordering: test name, performing lab code, and specimen type. For required forms including requisitions and patient-specific information forms, such as consent forms and clinical information, contact Customer Service at the provided numbers.
Limitations
The test is limited by the variable nature of referral specimens, and efficiency is dependent on the specific requirements set by Quest Diagnostics. Specimen processing and result times can vary, impacting overall turnaround times which depend on the individual tests requested at Quest Diagnostics. Details of specimen handling and volume requirements need to be verified as per individual test requirements listed by Quest.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 51991-8
- 19145-2
- 19146-0
- 19147-8
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Specimen requirements should be verified under the Referred Tests List at MayoClinicLabs.com or through Mayo Clinic internal resources.
Causes for Rejection
All specimens will be evaluated by the processing and performing laboratories for test suitability.