Interleukin 8, Plasma
Also known as: IL8 PLA
Use
This test is primarily used for research and to support understanding of the pathogenesis of immune, infectious, allergic, or inflammatory disorders. Results help in understanding the pathophysiology of such disorders and may assist in clinical research efforts.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics were determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The results should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical findings. The test is designed for clinical purposes and should be conducted in a CLIA certified laboratory.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Interleukin 8
Protein
LOINC Codes
- 33211-4 - Il8 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 to ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
CRITICAL FROZEN. Submit separate specimens for multiple tests.
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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