REF MISC
Interleukin 5
Synonyms:
IL 5
IL-5
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Type:
Plasma
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.3 mL
Specimen Processing:
1. Immediately after collection place the tube on wet ice.
2. Centrifuge for 10 minutes, aliquot plasma into a screw top pour off tube.
3. Freeze within 30 minutes.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Plasma Aliquot:
Frozen - 21 days
Refrigerated - 24 hours
Unacceptable Condition:
Reject for gross hemolysis.
CPT Codes:
83520
Method:
Electrochemiluminescence (ECL)
Reference Ranges:
Reflex Test :