Beta 2 Transferrin (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Beta 2 Transferrin (Blood)

Alternate Names	Asialotransferrin, B2 Transferrin
Test Code	SB2T
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	-
Ordering Information	This test is for serum sample to be tested alongside CSF for Beta 2 Transferrin (Fluid). Refer to test page for additional information.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.

Container ID	S, SP
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Forward sample to Heidelberg Laboratory at 4°C Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions Store serum and fluid samples at 4°C. If testing cannot be performed within 1 week, serum and fluid samples should be frozen at -20°C.
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Upon arrival in the laboratory between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, notify Immunology. Outside of these hours notify Biochemistry immediately, regardless of whether it is marked urgent. Test to be registered by urgent bench, and taken immediately to testing department. Do not aliquot. Test Codes: FLB2T (Fluid); SB2T (Serum) Instruction for: Heidelberg Biochemistry Between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, notify Immunology. Outside these hours, contact the Immunopathologist.
Accredited Test	Yes

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Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)