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HelpTest Code B2M Beta-2-Microglobulin, serum
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red Top (Plain)
Volume: 6.0mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge within 2 hours
Sample Stability
** Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH **
| Specimen Type: | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient: | Send the specimen to the laboratory immediately |
| Refrigerate: | 8 days |
| Frozen: | 6 months |
Reference Interval
970-2,640 ug/L
Days and Times Performed
Tuesday, TAT 2-8 days
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Service Code
31866
Update
Last updated 26/02/2022
Unacceptable Condition
| Haemolysis | NA |
|---|---|
| Icterus | NA |
| Lipaemic | NA |
| Others | NA |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Management of multiple myeloma and lymphoma. Increased level is seen in renal insufficiency.