Methodology
Quantitative Multiplex Bead Assay
Synonyms
Cytokines; Cytokine 12; IFN; INF Gamma; IL; IL1 Beta; IL2 Receptor; TNF Alpha; Tumor Necrosis Factor alpha
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Gold (SST)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=30 Minutes; Refrigerated=Unacceptable; Frozen=1 Year
Rejection Criteria
Refrigerated specimens; Contaminate or heat inactivated specimens
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.4 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum within 2 hours of collection. CRITICAL FROZEN. Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with specimen frozen. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick up Monday-Friday.
Included Tests
Interleukin 2 Receptor (CD25), Soluble, Interleukin 12, Interferon gamma, Interleukin 4, 5, 10, 13, Interleukin 1 beta, Interleukin 6, 8, Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha, Interleukin 2 and 17
Comments
This is not a genetic test.
CPT Codes
83520 (x13)
Revised
01-26-21
Initials
SL