Krebs von den Lungen-6
Also known as: KL 6
Use
Krebs von den Lungen-6 (KL-6) is an indicator of lung inflammation or damage. Elevated levels are associated with various types of interstitial lung diseases (ILD). Abnormal KL-6 results should be interpreted in the appropriate clinical context. A negative result does not rule out ILD.
Special Instructions
Samples with results greater than 10,000 U/mL will be diluted to the maximum reportable range (>40,000 U/mL).
Limitations
Abnormal KL-6 results should be interpreted in the appropriate clinical context. A negative result does not rule out ILD.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 93369-7
Result Turnaround Time
1-8 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
ARUP standard transport tube
Collection Instructions
Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, hyperlipemic, icteric, heat-treated, or contaminated
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 month |