CXCL9
Use
Quantitative measurement of CXCL9 (Chemokine (C‑X‑C motif) ligand 9), also known as MIG (Monokine Induced by Gamma Interferon), as an aid in evaluating immune response and inflammatory activity. CXCL9 levels can inform clinical assessment in contexts of hyperinflammation and related conditions.
Special Instructions
Requires completed Cincinnati Children’s Diagnostic Immunology Laboratory test requisition form. Specimen must be centrifuged within 8 hours, aliquoted plasma frozen immediately and shipped frozen. See library PDF “DIL Test Requisition Form.”
Limitations
Developed and validated by CCHMC Clinical Laboratories; not FDA cleared/approved. Some specimens may be rejected if not meeting processing or shipping requirements. All specimens evaluated for suitability by processing lab.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
6-13 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL plasma
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Lavender top (EDTA) tube; plastic vial for submission
Collection Instructions
Within 8 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot plasma into plastic vial and freeze immediately; send frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Specimen not meeting processing, shipping, or form requirements will be rejected.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 180 days |