Insulin Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF1) by Immunoassay
| Sunquest Code: | IGF | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB6297 | Epic Name: | INS Growth Factor 1 |
| Synonyms: | Somatomedin-C; Sulfation Factor; IGF-1 | ||
| Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Tuesdays and Fridays, results are reported the same day. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2.0 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.6 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) (Red (no gel)) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis or lipemia. Clotted sample. Samples not separated from cells within 2 hours of collection. Samples not frozen within 6 hours of collection. |
| Contraindications: | Gross hemolysis or lipemia. Clotted sample. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot 1.0 mL, 0.2 mL minimum. Store in freezer. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Specialty Core (UMMC-East Bank) |
Interpretive
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| Use: | Aids in the evaluation of growth disorders. |
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