Test Code WU1 Sensory (± Motor) Neuropathy
Specimen Requirements
Patient Preparation: None
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red Top
Volume: 12.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 3.0 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs.
For NUHS use only
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 8 hours |
| Refrigerate | 3 days |
| Frozen | Not available |
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | OK |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Lipaemia | OK |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 28 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Performing Laboratory
Neuromuscular Clinical Laboratory
Neuromuscular Disease Center, Department of Neurology
Washington University School of Medicine
C660 South Euclid Avenue; St Louis, MO 63110
Service Code
36995
Update
Last updated 14/01/2026
Laboratory Code
LAB3041902