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Test Code LAB3230002 Beta-2-Microglobulin, Serum

Useful For

Raised serum levels of Beta-2-Microglobulin are associated with renal disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Elevated serum levels can also occur with systemic lupus erythematosus, malignant lymphoma and myeloma.

Performing Laboratory

Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (ARRMC)

 

Performing Department

Special Chemistry

Specimen Required

Serum

Yellow (Gold) Top Tube (SST)  or

Red Top Tube

Specimen Minimum Volume

0.5 mL serum

Specimen Stability Information

Separate from cells within 2 hours    

 

Refrigerated up to 3 days, or aliquot and freeze if held longer

Reject Due To

  • Hemolysis
  •  Lipemia
  •  Microbial Contamination

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday, AM shift

Method Name

Turbidometric

CPT Code Information

82232

Billing Code

3010596

Reference Values

0.80-2.34 mg/L