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Infliximab (Blood)
Alternate Names
Anti -TNF Ab, Infliximab, Remicade, Inflectra, Infliximab Level
Test Code
INFL (NSW), INFLX (AUSTIN)
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
IMPORTANT: All requests for Infliximab (INFLECTRA or REMICADE) will be performed at Austin Pathology. Testing for antibodies to Infliximab will be automatically performed if the drug level is below detection.
If it is required or preferred for the testing to be performed specifically by NSW Health Pathology, please indicate so on the request form.
Collection Instructions
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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
As Required
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability
This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.
For INFLX: Centrifuge sample and hand to Biochemistry. This test is performed in-house urgently.
For INFL: Serum is sent to SSWPS (Liverpool) NSW. 5ml blood in a serum tube is preferred in case measurement of antibodies is required. Send 1 mL serum at least.
Laboratory Instructions
Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department
The serum sample should be centrifuged, separated and refrigerated at 4°C. Send to SSWPS Liverpool with an ice pack.
External Laboratory
Sydney South West Pathology Service, Liverpool Hospital
