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HelpTest Code FIL2M Interleukin 2, Serum
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesMethod Name
Quantitative Multiplex Bead Assay
Reporting Name
Interleukin 2Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Serum gel or red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. As soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL of serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send frozen.
Note: Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Cytokine levels may demonstrate diurnal variation. For longitudinal comparison, it is recommended that cytokine levels be determined at the same time of day.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Frozen | 365 days |
Reject Due To
| Contaminated specimens | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimens | Reject |
Reference Values
≤2.1 pg/mL
Interpretation
Results are used to understand the pathophysiology of immune, infectious, or inflammatory disorders, or may be used for research purposes.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 12 daysTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories.CPT Code Information
83520
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FIL2M | Interleukin 2 | 33939-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FIL2M | Interleukin 2 | 33939-0 |