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Test Overview
Colorimetry, Spectrophotometry, Electrophoresis
Distinguishing between chylous and nonchylous effusions or identifying iatrogenic effusions.
Interpretive report provided.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Collect 3 mL of fluid. Centrifuge, separate supernanent, and send appropriately labeled supernatent and sediment in plastic vials frozen on dry ice. Note specimen source on requisition.