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Functional Test for Interferon Antibodies (Blood)

Alternate Names
Interferon-gamma antibodies, anti-IFN-y antibodies, IFN-y antibodies, interferon-alpha antibodies, IFN-a antibodies, INF antibodies, INF-y, INF-a
Test Code
MISCSO
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

Please discuss testing with the on-call Immunopathologist ph:03 9496 3100.

Collection Instructions

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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Fortnightly
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability

Contact On-call Immunopathologist to discuss add on suitability.

Container ID
S
CSR Instructions

Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Forward sample to Heidelberg laboratory frozen in BioFreeze bottle. 

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception

  • Place sample in frozen (-20°C) Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
Immunology, Royal Children's Hospital
Accredited Test
Yes