Ustekinumab to OptimAbs
Abbrev Code: | XMISC | ||
Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
Synonyms: | Stelara | ||
Methodology: | ELISA | ||
CPT Codes: | 86352 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 3-7 days. | ||
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) |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Allow sample to clot for 30 minutes at room temperature. Centrifuge and send the original tube with a completed OptimAbs requisition. Store at room or refrigerated temperature. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Stability: | 48 hours at room temperature; 7 days refrigerated. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (OptimAbs/HalioDX) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | By report |
Use: | Evaluate response failure to Ustekinumab therapy for patients with IBD. Determine and adjust dosage or identify the need for change to another anti-TNF-a inhibitor. |
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