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HelpTest Code XSRM Additional Sample for Reflex Oligoclonal Banding, Serum
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
-MSP3 / Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Profile, Serum and Spinal Fluid
-OLIG / Oligoclonal Banding, Serum and Spinal Fluid
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot serum in plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
2. Label specimen as serum.
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
-MSP3 / Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Profile, Serum and Spinal Fluid
-OLIG / Oligoclonal Banding, Serum and Spinal Fluid
Collection Only
Reporting Name
Additional sample for reflex OLIGSSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Ambient | 14 days | ||
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus   | OK |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester