Test Code B2M Beta-2-Microglobulin (β2-M), Serum or plasma
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green-top)
Acceptable: Serum Gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of plasma or serum.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Plasma,lithium heparin / Serum |
Refrigerated,spun |
3 days |
Reference Values
0.8-2.2 mg/L
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
82232
Secondary ID
HHA1458
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
Test Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Beta-2-Microglobulin (β2-M), Serum or Plasma |
1952-1 |