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HelpEpic 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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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