IL-6 by Luminex
Test Code
IL6
Description
Collect
Plasma from a lavender top (EDTA) tube is the only acceptable sample type. Mix sample thoroughly.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume:500 µL plasma, frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Thawed specimen
Storage Transport Temp
Send frozen plasma Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Frozen at -70°C: 1 year
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Luminex
Turnaround Time
up to 4 weeks
Department
Complement Lab
Synonyms
IL6 - Cytokine (Interleukin 6); Complement (Interleukin 6); IL-6; (Interleukin 6); Cytokines (Interleukin 6); Luminex
Study Offerings
CAP/CLIA
Reference Interval
Human Male: 0.00 - 7.14 pg/ml
Human Female 0.00 - 7.14 pg/ml
CPT Code
83520
New York Approved
No: Run with Waiver
FDA
LDT