Cryoglobulin Screen; Cryoglobulin (IFE); Cryoglobulin Quantitation
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Cryoglobulins, Serum
Test ID: CRYO
Test
Method
Immunofixation
Report Includes
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum
Clinical Utility
Cryoglobulin identification and estimation by IFE will only be performed (and billed) when preliminary Screen is positive and the cryoglobulin has not been previously identified.
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Avoid gel separator tubes; Serum
Sample Volume
2 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in tube pre-warmed to 37°C.
Handling Information
Allow specimen to clot at 37°C prior to separation and centrifuge at 37°C if possible. Serum must never be refrigerated or frozen. Store and send at ambient temperature (20 – 25°C).
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Immunofixation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
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| Cryoglobulin Screen | Qualitative Test |
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| Cryoglobulin (IFE) | Text |
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| Cryoglobulin Quantitation | g/L |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019