Insulin-Like Growth Factor (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Insulin-Like Growth Factor (Blood)

Alternate Names	IGF1, Somatomedin C, Insulin Like Growth Factor 1
Test Code	IGF1
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	5mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 8 hours of collection.

Container ID	S, SP, LH, LHP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze within 8 hours of collection. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions IGF-1 can only be added on to serum stored at room temperature or 4°C within 8 hours of collection. Where IGF-1 is requested as an add-on to serum within 8 hours of collection, aliquot and freeze serum if sample cannot be analysed immediately.
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

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