Infliximab Level, GI patients only
| Sunquest Code: | INFLIX | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB5968 | Epic Name: | Infliximab Level |
| Order Instructions: | For GI patients only. All others see Infliximab for Non-GI Patients (LG6703). | ||
| Synonyms: | Renflexis; Remicade | ||
| Methodology: | ELISA | ||
| Test Includes: | Quantitative assay that measures both serum Infiximab levels (IFX) and antibodies to Infiximab (ATI). | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 3-7 days of receipt. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Requisitions and priority mailers are available in the OptimAbs test kit. For additional requisitions, see Associated Links. | ||
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 7 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 5 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) (Red (no gel)) |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Allow sample to clot upright for 30 minutes at room temperature. Centrifuge and send either the original red gel tube or an aliquot of 2-3 mL serum with a completed OptimAbs requisition. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | 48 hours at room temperature and 7 days refrigerated. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (OptimAbs/HalioDX) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
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