Neurofilament Light (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Neurofilament Light (Blood)

Alternate Names	NFL, NF - light chain, NF light chain, Neurofilament light chain
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
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	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $409.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monthly
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability.

Container ID	S, SP, SNG
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions Serum no gel tube is an acceptable container type. Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Transport refrigerated. Frozen if it will take longer than 7 days to reach the testing lab.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Institute of Clinical Pathology & Medical Research, Westmead Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

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Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)