Cytokine Inflammation 4-Plex
| Abbrev Code: | CKCOV2 | ||
| Order Code: | LAB8205 | Order Name: | Cytokine Inflammation 4-Plex |
| Synonyms: | Interleukin; Interferon gamma | ||
| CPT Codes: | 83520 x4 | ||
| Test Includes: | IFN gamma, IL-18, Soluble IL-2R alpha and IL-10 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri; results are reported within 24-48 hours. | ||
| Compliance: | Commercial kit validated by the testing laboratory, but not FDA approved for diagnostic use. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 4 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis; stored at room temperature > 2 hours. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Allow samples to clot for 30 minutes from time of collection. Centrifuge for 15 minutes at 1000-1500 g (rcf) at room temperature.
Aliquot into two vials with 250 uL per vial. Freeze immediately at < -20°C (-70°C preferred). Contact Cytokine Lab if there is adequate sample for only one vial. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (UMCytokine) |
Interpretive
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| Use: | Monitor disease progression of Covid-19 postive patients, or patients with other inflammatory conditions. Not intended for diagnostic purposes. |
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