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Reporting Name
IL-8, Serum
National University Hospital-Singapore
Note:
For NUH patients - use Epic to order (LAB3041925)
NUH service code - 37117
Mayo test code - FIL8S
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube: Red or SST
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 1 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
Method Name
Electrochemiluminescence
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Thawing: | Warm reject; Cold reject |
Reference Values
<12.4 pg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
5 to 11 daysPerforming Laboratory
Eurofins ViracorTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Viracor Eurofins. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
83520
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FIL8S | IL-8, Serum | 33211-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FIL8S | IL-8, Serum | 33211-4 |
National University Hospital-Singapore Additional Information:
Updated on 22/03/2022