Immediately following collection, thoroughly mix sample by gently inverting 5 times
Gold serum separator (SST) tube
Ambient (preferred) - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Frozen - 14 days
Enzyme immunoassay (EIA)
Negative: 0 - 19 U/mL
Weak positive: 20 - 30 U/mL
Srong positive: >30 U/mL