Interleukin-8, Plasma
Also known as: CXCL8, IL-8, IL8
Use
This test is used for the measurement of Interleukin-8 (IL-8) levels in plasma.
Special Instructions
Separate plasma from cells and transfer to a plastic transport tube. The test performance is determined by Labcorp but is not FDA cleared or approved.
Limitations
This test has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Therefore, it should not be used as the sole basis for patient management decisions but rather as a complementary tool alongside clinical evaluation and other diagnostics.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 33211-4
- 33211-4
Result Turnaround Time
4-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Plasma
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Collection Instructions
Separate plasma from cells. Transfer plasma transfer to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate; stable for seven days. Stable at room temperature for three days. Stable frozen for 14 days.
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 3 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |