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HelpTest Code LAB3204 IgF Binding Protein 1
Additional Codes
IGF BP1
Clinical System Name
IgF Binding Protein 1
Synonyms
Insulin-Like Growth Factor Binding Protein 1; Insulin-Like Growth Factor Binding Protein
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Red or Gold SST or Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.4 mL
Note: Overnight fasting is required.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Gross hemolysis or lipemia. Received at room temperature.
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: Separate from cells within two hours of collection. Transfer 1.0 mL serum (Min: 0.2 mL) to a plastic aliquot tube affixed with large Epic label. Deliver specimen to the CPA -20 freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Separate from cells within two hours of collection. Transfer 1.0 mL serum (Min: 0.2 mL) to a plastic aliquot tube affixed with large Epic label. Freeze at -20 C. Transport frozen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp | 24 h |
| Refrigerated | 7 d | |
| Frozen | 28 d |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N |
T |
5 - 11 d |
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92690-6130
Phone Number: (800) 553-5445
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
83519
Methodology
Method: Radioimmunoassay (RIA)
Analytical Volume: 0.2 mL serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
| Adults | 5-34 ng/mL | |
| Pediatric | ||
| 5-9 Years | 15-95 ng/mL | |
| 10-14 Years | 8-64 ng/mL | |
| 15-18 Years | 5-40 ng/mL | |
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | IGF Binding Protein-1 (IGFBP-1) |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | 36590 |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the Quest courier. |