Immune Complexes Profile

Test ID: 

705131

CPT code:

86332 (x2)

Clinical Use:

Detect circulating immune complexes (CIC)

Specimen Type:

Serum, frozen

Requested Volume: 

Two 1 mL specimens in separate frozen tubes

Minimum Volume: 

Two 0.1 mL specimens in separate frozen tubes

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Collection:

Transfer specimen to two plastic transport tubes before freezing. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.

Storage Instructions:

Freeze at -70°C or store on dry ice within six hours of collection.

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Stability Requirements:

Specimen is stable for 14 days if stored at -70°C. Storage of specimens at -20°C will yield erroneous results.