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Test ID: BETATRANS

Beta-Transferrin, Fluid

Test Overview

Method

Immunofixation Electrophoresis (IFE)

Result Included

β-1-Transferrin; β-2-Transferrin

Specimen

Specimen Type

Fluid

Volume

Sample Volume

2 mL

Collection & Handling

Handling Information

Store and send frozen. Bloody fluid: Spin, separate and freeze – indicate on requisition.

Additional Information

Provide source of fluid.

Performance & Interpretation

Turnaround Time

10 days

Results

Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
  1. β-1-Transferrin
    Qualitative Test
    Present in plasma, CSF and other body fluids
  2. β-2-Transferrin
    Qualitative Test
    Present only in CSF. Absence indicates that the specimen does not contain CSF

Referral Location

Canada

Test Version

Last Updated

2019-09-30