Insulin Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF1) by Immunoassay
Abbrev Code: | IGF | ||
Order Code: | LAB6297 | Order Name: | INS Growth Factor 1 |
Synonyms: | Somatomedin-C; Sulfation Factor; IGF-1 | ||
Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 84305 x1 | ||
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) Alternate Containers: 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 | UM Specialty Core/Prot/Endo (Liaison D) |
Interpretive
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Use: | Aids in the evaluation of growth disorders. |
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