Myoglobin
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Myoglobin, Plasma
Test ID: MYOG
Test
Method
CLIA
Report Includes
Specimens
Plasma (Li Heparin)
Clinical Utility
Myoglobin is a heme protein found in smooth, skeletal and cardiac muscle. Serum myoglobin reflects a balance between intravascular release of myoglobin from muscle and renal clearance.
This test is used in the investigation of rhabdomyolytic renal damage. It is not recommended for use as a cardiac marker.
Test Location
Health Sciences Centre Laboratory, 820 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg MB R3A 1R9
Test Version
12-Apr-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Plasma (Li Heparin)
Collection Containers
Green top (Lithium heparin)
Sample Volume
2 mL
Patient Preparation
Multivitamins (45 – 125 µg biotin) or biotin-only supplements up to 1 mg per day do not interfere with this test. Samples should not be taken from patients receiving therapy with high biotin doses (i.e. > 5 mg/day) until at least 8 hours after the last dose.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Additional Information
Stated Turnaround Time applicable to specimens received at ICL Monday to Wednesday.
Stability
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 1 year |
Test Version
12-Apr-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
CLIA
Turnaround Time
5 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myoglobin (Plasma) | µg/L |
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Test Location
Health Sciences Centre Laboratory, 820 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg MB R3A 1R9
Test Version
12-Apr-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MYOG | 6098Myoglobin (Plasma) | ug/L |
Test Version
12-Apr-2023