| Methodology: |
Nephelometry
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| Performed: |
Wed, Sat
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| Reported: |
1-5 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: One 4 mL serum separator tube.
Transport: 1 mL serum at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.3 mL) Submit specimen in an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Pediatric Collection/Transport: 0.3 mL serum at 2-8°C.
Remarks: Separate serum from cells ASAP. Testing can also be performed on CSF and pleural fluid (centrifuge and separate to remove cellular material).
Unacceptable Conditions: Hemolyzed specimens.
Stability: After separation from cells: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 1 year (if frozen within 24 hours)
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