Assays that require a chilled specimen include:
A) glucose, cholesterol, and prostatic-specific antigen
B) gastrin, ammonia, catecholamine, and lactic acid
C) tests for electrolytes
D) all hematology tests

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Gastrin, ammonia, catecholamine, and lactic acid assays require chilled specimens to prevent changes in the concentration of these analytes due to metabolic processes that can continue post-collection. Chilling slows down these processes, preserving the integrity of the sample.

Assays That Require a Chilled Specimen Include