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Additional Codes
LAB3212
Clinical System Name
Miscellaneous Lab Test
Synonyms
IgD; IgD Total; Immunoglobulin D
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Grossly hemolyzed or lipemic specimens.
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 8 C
Storage Location: Store the aliquot in the CPA refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Separate from cells ASAP or within two hours of collection. Transfer 1.0 mL serum to a plastic aliquot tube (Min: 0.5 mL).
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 14 d | |
| Frozen | 6 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M, W, F | 3 - 6 d |
Performing Laboratory
ARUP Laboratories
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1221
Phone Number: (800) 522-2787
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Methodology
Method: Qualitative Immunoturbidimetry
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL
Limitations:
Reference Range
Less than or equal to 15.3 mg/dL
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Immunoglobulin D, Serum |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | 3003486 |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday - Friday with the ARUP courier. |