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HelpTest Code B2MG Beta-2-Microglobulin,Serum
Additional Codes
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Test ID |
| B2MG |
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EPIC Test ID |
| LAB49 |
Performing Laboratory
St. Lukes Hospital Cedar Rapids
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Gold-top serum gel tube or plain, red top tube
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of serum
Stability: Refrigerated 3 days/Frozen at -20 C for prolonged storage
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to completely clot before centrifugation.
Reference Values
0.80-2.34 mcg/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday & Thursday
Useful For
Elevated levels may be helpful in diagnosis of tubule-interstitial disorders, systemic lupus erythematosus, malignant lymphoma and myeloma.
Methodology
Turbidimetry
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82232
Report Available
2-4 days upon receipt