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HelpTest Code B2 MICROGL Beta 2 Microglobulin
Clinical System Name
Beta 2 Microglobulin
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold/SST or Red
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage location: Freeze 1 mL serum in a plastic tube affixed with a large computer label in the CPA freezer Send Outs rack.
Off-site collection:
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room temp | N | |
| Refrigerated | 24 hrs | |
| Frozen |
Performing Laboratory
Harborview Medical Center
325 9th Ave, Room GWH47
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone Number: (206) 744-3451
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Synonyms
Anti-Beta 2 Microglobulin
B 2 Microglobulin
B2 Microglubulin
Beta 2 Microglobulin Antibody
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | W and F | 3 - 7 d |
Methodology
Method: Turbidimetric
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
| ug/mL | |
| Adults | 0 - 2.5 |
CPT Codes
82232
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Beta 2 Microglobulin |
| Reference Test Number: | BETA2 |
| Instructions: | Send out Mondya through Friday with the UW courier. |