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HelpTest Code LAB3832 Interleukin 6 (IL-6)
Additional Codes
IL-6
Clinical System Name
Interleukin 6 (IL-6)
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Red Top-Plain, Gold, Gold Microtainer, Lt Green/Mint Top-LiHep, or Lt Green LiHep Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 4.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 2.0 mL
Note: If collecting in a Gold Microtainer or Lt Green LiHep Microtainer, be sure to collect at least FOUR microtainers.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: -20 CPA Freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Spin, aliquot, and freeze serum or plasma. Transport frozen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma or Serum | Room Temp | 4 d |
| Refrigerated | 4 d | |
| Frozen | Indefinite |
Note: Samples can go through a freeze/thaw cycle up to four times.
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| Y | Daily | 24 h |
Performing Laboratory
University of Washington
Department of Laboratory Medicine
Chemistry (CHA)
1959 NE Pacific St, NW220
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone Number: (206) 520-4600
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
83529
Methodology
Method: The Dxl IL-6 assay is a simultaneous one-step immunoenzymatic ("sandwich") assay.
Analytical Volume: 1.0 mL Serum or Plasma
Limitations:
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Lab Test Name: | Interleukin 6 (IL-6) |
| Reference Lab Test Number: | IL6G |
| Instructions: | Send out daily with the UW courier. |