Interferon gamma, Plasma
Also known as: IFNG PLA
Use
The Interferon gamma, Plasma test is primarily used for research and to support understanding of the pathogenesis of immune, infectious, allergic, or inflammatory disorders. The results can help in understanding the pathophysiology of these disorders and may serve research purposes.
Special Instructions
Cytokine levels may exhibit diurnal variation; thus, for longitudinal comparisons, cytokine levels should be determined at the same time of day. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
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 is a Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 27415-9
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Collect in Green (lithium heparin) tube. Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
CRITICAL FROZEN. 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 |