Cytokine Panel, TH2, Plasma
Also known as: CYT TH2 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 these disorders. This test may aid in the study of cytokine involvement in these conditions and is not intended for diagnostic purposes exclusively.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories and has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. It is intended for research and clinical purposes but not as a sole diagnostic tool. Results can fluctuate based on specimen handling and patient preparation.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 27161-9 - Il4 SerPl-mCnc
- 33938-2 - Il5 SerPl-mCnc
- 26848-2 - Il10 SerPl-mCnc
- 33822-8 - Il13 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 the plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
Ship in ARUP Standard Transport Tube. CRITICAL FROZEN.
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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