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Test Code RA Rheumatoid Factor, Quantitative, Serum

Additional Codes

LAB206

Collection Method

Venous collection

Minimum Volume

0.5ml

Container

Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin

Acceptable Specimens

Serum:

  • Gold Top SST
  • Red Top

Plasma:

  • Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)

Reference or Target Ranges

<14 IU/ml

Reportable Units

IU/ml

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis Threshold 300 mg/dL
Icterus Threshold 40 mg/dL
Lipemia Threshold 2000 mg/dL
Other QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type

Specimen Stability

Ambient 1 day
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) 8 days
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) 3 months

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed 24/7
Expected Turn Around Time Stat: 1 hour
Routine: 4 hours
Stat Availability Yes
Performing Bench CPH Chemistry
Methodology/Method Description Roche Cobas

CPT Codes

86431

Last review/edit date

March 2024