Methodology
Quantitative Multiplex Bead Assay
Synonyms
IL-2; IL2; Cytokine
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
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Serum collected in a serum separator tube (SST) is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 30 Minutes; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 1 Year
Rejection Criteria
Refrigerated specimens; Contaminated or heat-inactivated specimens
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.4 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. CRITICAL FROZEN. Complete an ARUP requisition and submit specimen frozen. Package sample for the Apollo Courier daily pick-up at 1300 (1PM).
CPT Codes
83520
Revised
6/29/23
Initials
SA