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Transforming Growth Factor beta 1

Order Code
821342
CPT
83520
Test Details
Synonyms

TGF ß-1

TAT

17 days

Methodology

Microfluidics ELISA

Remarks

Cause for Rejection: Grossly lipemic samples

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Cytokine involved in inflammation and fibrosis. Evaluated in chronic illnesses.

Specimen Type

Plasma

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Within 30 minutes of collection, centrifuge at 1,000 X g for 15 min. Pull off the plasma to a clean centrifuge tube. Second centrifugation is at 3,000 X g for 10 min. Pull off the plasma to clean transport tube.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room Temperature 7 days
Refrigerated 21 days
Frozen 30 days
Order Code
821342
CPT
83520
Test Details
Synonyms

TGF ß-1

TAT

17 days

Methodology

Microfluidics ELISA

Remarks

Cause for Rejection: Grossly lipemic samples

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Cytokine involved in inflammation and fibrosis. Evaluated in chronic illnesses.

Specimen Type

Plasma

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Within 30 minutes of collection, centrifuge at 1,000 X g for 15 min. Pull off the plasma to a clean centrifuge tube. Second centrifugation is at 3,000 X g for 10 min. Pull off the plasma to clean transport tube.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room Temperature 7 days
Refrigerated 21 days
Frozen 30 days