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Lab Dept:
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Chemistry
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Test Name:
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BETA-2-MICROGLOBULIN
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General Information
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Lab Order Codes:
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BET2
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Synonyms:
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B2 Microglobulin; Beta Microglobulin 2
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CPT Codes:
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82232 – Beta-2 microglobulin
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Test Includes:
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Beta-2-Microglobulin concentration reported in mcg/mL.
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Logistics
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Test Indications:
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Useful for prognosis evaluation of multiple myeloma and for evaluation of renal tubular disorders.
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Lab Testing Sections:
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Chemistry - Sendouts
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Referred to:
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Mayo Medical Laboratories (Test# 9234)
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Phone Numbers:
Minneapolis:
Saint Paul:
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612-813-6280
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651-220-6550
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Test Availability:
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Daily, 24 hours
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Turnaround Time:
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1 - 2 days, test set up is Monday - Saturday
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Special Instructions:
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N/A
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Specimen
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Specimen Type:
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Blood
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Container:
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Red top tube
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Draw Volume:
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3.0 mL (Minimum: 1.5 mL) blood
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Processed Volume:
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1.0 mL (Minimum: 0.5 mL) serum
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Collection:
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Routine venipuncture
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Special Processing:
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Lab Staff: Centrifuge specimen, remove serum aliquot in a screw-capped round bottom plastic vial. Store and ship at refrigerated temperatures. Forward promptly.
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Patient Preparation:
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None
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Sample Rejection:
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Specimens other than serum, mislabeled or unlabeled specimens
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Interpretive
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Reference Range:
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0.70 – 1.80 mcg/mL
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Critical Values:
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N/A
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Limitations:
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N/A
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Methodology:
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Nephelometry
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Contraindications:
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N/A
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References:
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Mayo Medical Laboratories Web Page (February 2009)
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