Catecholamines in Platelets Test

What’s Being Tested:

• Catecholamines in Platelets

Fasting: No

Specimen: Blood, Health Diagnostics (Draw Location | How It Works | FAQs)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

• If permitted by your doctor, stop all medications 48 hours prior to blood collection.
• Avoid all caffeine products and smoking 24 hours prior to collection.
• Patient should rest 30 minutes before venipuncture.
• Blood should be drawn when patient is in a supine position.
• A 12-hour fast is recommended.