REF MISC
CXCL9
Synonyms:
MIG
Monokine Induced by Gamma Interferon
Chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 9
CXCL-9
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
EDTA plasma
Preferred Volume:
Two 0.3 mL aliquots
Minimum Volume:
One 0.3 mL aliquot
Specimen Processing:
Whole blood must remain at room temperature at all times after collection until processed.
Centrifuge, aliquot and freeze sample within 8 hours of collection.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature until processed, then frozen.
Stability:
Whole Blood (ambient /room temperature): 8 hours
Separated and frozen plasma: 6 months
Unacceptable Condition:
Whole blood not processed within 8 hours of collection.
Whole blood sent frozen.
Blood collected in wrong container/tube type.
Separated plasma sent room temperature or refrigerated.
CPT Codes:
83520
Method:
Automated microfluidics immunoassay method.
Reference Ranges:
Reflex Test :