Referred Tests
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Test ID: FGAGA
Golimumab and Anti-Golimumab Antibody, DoseASSURE GOL
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Serum
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: SST or Red
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a serum gel tube(s), plain red-top tube(s) is acceptable. Serum must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Spin down and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
Specimen Minimum Volume Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory
1 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Gross hemolysis | Gross reject; Mild OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | NA |
| Other/Tissue/Swab | Specimens other than indicated |
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days | ||
| Refrigerated | 7 days |