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Epic Test Code LAB3748 BHCG Heterophile Antibodies

Performing Location(s)

BMC

Synonyms

BHCG Heterophile blocking

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Preferred Container

Gold top tube

Alternate Container

Red top tube, Green top tube

Minumum Volume to Submit for Testing

3 mL

  • Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.  

Storage Requirements

Sample tubes should be centrifuged within 1 hour of collection followed by transfer of the serum (red) to a labeled plastic, aliquot tube.

Gold tops do not need to be aliquoted

Transportation Needs

Deliver specimen to laboratory within 1 hour of collection if unspun. If not possible see "storage Requirements". 

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen

Less than 50% draw for Vacutainer tubes

> 48 hours refrigerated

> 8 hours room temp

> 6 months frozen

No Add-Ons

Performed only on fresh specimens

Limitations

Only available for immunoassays

This test is for investigational use only. Results must be interpreted with clinical symptoms and impression

Reference Values

Population Units Reference Range
Female mIU/mL 0-6
Male mIU/mL 0-3

 

Includes

Heterophile antibody testing specific for the assay of interest plus the assay of interest

Available STAT

No

Days of Analysis

M-F

Methodology

Immunoassay

CPT Code

84702

Last Updated

29-NOV-24 MS