Vedolizumab
| Abbrev Code: | XMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
| Synonyms: | Entyvio | ||
| Methodology: | ELISA | ||
| CPT Codes: | 80280 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported wtihin 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 to Vedolizumab therapy for patients with IBD. Determine and adjust dosage or identify the need for change to another anti-TNF-alpha inhibitor. |
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