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PCBs

Source Blood
Mnemonic PCB
Specimen Requirements 2 x 4 mL red top tubes, NOT SST

4 mL serum
Specimen Handling

PSC & RRL:
Centrifuge, pour off, and transport serum on ice to DSC.

Extra-regional:
Centrifuge, pour off, and freeze serum prior to transport to DSC.

DSC:
Freeze specimens upon receipt in lab; ensure frozen specimens do not thaw.

Additional Information Alberta Health and Wellness does not cover this test. The patient’s employer must have arrangements in place to be invoiced by CLS for the testing, or the patient must pay for testing at time of collection. Current price for the test is $105.00. Employers who need to make billing arrangements should be referred to CLS Finance (Accounts Receivable) at 403-770-3239.
Testing Location National Medical Services
Testing Frequency
Alternate Name(s) Polychlorinated Bi-phenyls
Reference Interval