Cytokine Panel, TH1, Serum
Also known as: CYT TH1 SE
Use
The Cytokine Panel, TH1, Serum, is primarily used for research and to support understanding of the pathogenesis of immune, infectious, allergic, or inflammatory disorders. It helps in understanding the pathophysiology of these disorders and may also be used for research applications to investigate the underlying mechanisms of disease.
Special Instructions
Cytokine levels may demonstrate diurnal variation. For accurate longitudinal comparison, it is recommended that cytokine levels be determined at the same time of day.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics were determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The test is intended for clinical purposes and is performed in a CLIA certified laboratory.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 76039-7
- 41760-0
- 27415-9
- 33939-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in a serum separator tube or plain red. Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. Ship in an 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 |