Insulin Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF1) to Esoterix
| Abbrev Code: | XMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Sent Outs Misc Test |
| Order Instructions: | Order by special request only. Insulin Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF), Adult (IGF) or Insulin Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF), Pediatric (IGF1Q) are the preferred tests. | ||
| Synonyms: | IGF-1; Somatomedin-C; Sulfation Factor; Insulin-Like Growth Factor | ||
| Methodology: | Blocking RIA after acid:alcohol extraction | ||
| CPT Codes: | 84305 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 3-5 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 1.0 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.4 mL pediatric minimum (Does not permit repeat testing.) |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis or lipemia. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot within 1 hour of collection 0.5 mL, 0.1 mL minimum. Store in freezer. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Esoterix) |
| Referral Lab number: | 500282 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
| Use: | Aids in the evaluation of growth disorders. |
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