Epic Test Code LAB264 Golimumab and Anti-Golimumab Antibody, DoseASSURE GOL
Additional Codes
MML;FGAGA
Performing Laboratory
Esoterix EndocrinologySpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: SST or Red
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a serum gel tube(s), plain red-top tube(s) is acceptable. Serum must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Spin down and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
NOTE: High serum biotin concentrations in patients taking biotin supplements may cause an interference in this
assay. Patients may be advised to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to sample collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 7 days |
Ambient | 7 days | |
Refrigerated | 7 days |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Gross reject; Mild OK |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | NA |
Other/Tissue/Swab | Specimens other than indicated |
Method Name
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)
Reporting Name
Golimumab and Anti-Gol AbReference Values
Golimumab:
Quantitation Limit: <0.5 ug/mL
Results of 0.5 ug/mL or higher indicate detection of Golimumab
In the presence of serum anti-golimumab antibodies, the golimumab drug level reflects the antibody-unbound (free) fraction of golimumab in serum
Anti-Golimumab Antibody:
Quantitation Limit: <20 ng/mL
Results of 20 or higher indicate detection of anti-Golimumab antibodies.
Cautions
Failure of golimumab therapy may not always be due to the presence of anti-golimumab antibodies. Conversely, the absence of anti-golimumab antibodies does not guarantee response to treatment.
Report Available
7 to 18 daysCPT Code Information
80299
82397