| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
| Test Name: |
INFLIXIMAB & INFLIXIMAB ANTIBODIES - (S)
Test Code:
FLIX
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| Clinical Information: |
Test is for analysis of levels of infliximab (Remicade®) and levels of patient produced antibodies targeting the drug itself.
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| Collection Devices: |
Preferred Device:
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| Specimen Required: |
Serum: 1.0 mL
Pediatric Serum: 1.0 mL
Collected prior to infliximab (Remicade®) administration (trough analysis) |
| Referral: |
For optimal results, blood samples should be drawn just before Infliximab (Remicade®) administration (trough analysis). Store and ship separated serum frozen at -20°C or colder.
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
A descriptive report will be sent.
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| Availability: |
Within 2 Weeks
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| See Also: | |
| More Information: |
Forward separated serum frozen at -20°C or colder to HSC for referral to Dynacare, Laval Quebec.
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