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HelpTest ID BLOD0158 Beta 2 microglobulin
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/ gel) - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) - Serum
Fasting is preferred.
ONLY serum is acceptable.
CSF is NOT an acceptable specimen type.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.75 mL |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday and Friday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Turbidimetric
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
82232
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 16517 | Beta 2 Microglobulin |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | not acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | preferred for transport |
| Frozen | greater than 7 days |