Cytokine Panel, Monokines, Plasma
Also known as: CYT MON P
Use
Primarily used for research and to support attempts to understand the pathogenesis of immune, infectious, allergic, or inflammatory disorders. Results are used to understand the pathophysiology of immune, infectious, or inflammatory disorders, or may be used for research purposes.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes. Cytokine levels can vary based on time of collection and individual physiology, affecting longitudinal comparisons.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 13629-1 - Il1Beta SerPl-mCnc
- 26881-3 - Il6 SerPl-mCnc
- 33211-4 - Il8 SerPl-mCnc
- 3074-2 - A-Tumor Necrosis Fact SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Ship in ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Causes for Rejection
Refrigerated specimens. Contaminated or heat-inactivated specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 30 minutes |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 1 year |
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