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Beta 2 Microglobulin
| Test Name: | Beta 2 Microglobulin | ||
| Epic Order Code: | LAB49 | ||
| CPT Code: | 82232 | ||
| Specimen(s) Type: | Serum; 1.0 mL | ||
| Acceptable Container(s): |  Top is red. | ||
| Testing Schedule: | Monday-Friday | ||
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA | ||
| Routine: 1-3 days | |||
| Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain specimen by standard collection procedures. | ||
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. | ||
| Reference Clients: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, centrifuge the specimen and remove serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2-8° C. Specimen must be received in the lab within 3 days. If longer storage is required, store and transport the sample at -20° C for up to 6 months. | ||
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient quantity, incorrect/delay in transport. | ||
| Reference Range: | 0.8-2.2 mg/L | ||
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