Modality

TM

Location

5th Floor Annexe Bldg.              

Test Name

CSF β2Microglobulin

Test Code

F083

Test Status

Active

Nature of Specimen

CSF

Quantity Required

3 mL CSF

Type of Container

Blood Collection Tube Red / Yellow Top

Method Used

Immunoturbidimetry

Collection Instruction

Refer Primary Sample Collection Manual for internal use only

Patient Instruction

Not applicable

Transport Instruction for Refereal patients

Within 2hrs of collection. ( Temp to be maintained between 2-8°C)

Dept. Acceptance Time

Mon - Fri : 07.00 a.m. - 03.00 p.m. 

Sat             : 07.00 a.m. - 01.00 p.m.

Turn Around Time

Routine samples : 5 hours 

Stat samples         : 2 hours 

Time for Additional Examination

Mon - Fri : Same day upto 03.00 p.m.    

Sat             : Same day upto 01.00 p.m.

Sample Storage After Reporting

24 hours  at 2-8°C

Resource Person for Report Status

HOD

Telephone

24177000

Extension

7251/7252/4339/ 4351 /4352 /4353

Test Schedule

Mon - Sat    except holiday

Use

Multiple Myeloma, Renal Failure, Lymphoproliferative disorder