Test Code LAB206 Rheumatoid Factor, Quantitative, Plasma
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Literature Reference:
Package insert: RF II, Tina-Quant. Roche Diagnostics, 03/2022.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-green top (lithium heparin)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: 2 to 4 hours after receipt in laboratory
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86431
Reference Values
< 15 IUnits/mL
Literature References:
1. Rose NR, Friedman H, Fahey JL, eds. Manual of clinical laboratory immunology. 3rd ed. Washington, D.C.: American Society for Microbiology, 1986:759-61.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube:
1 dark green-top (lithium heparin) tube
1 red-top tube
1 lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Analyte Stability:
See Analyte Stability Chart under General Information for a complete list.
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core Lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to the Cobas 8000. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated 5 days.
LOINC Code Information
Name | LOINC Code |
Rheumatoid Factor | 11572-5 |