Test Code LAB6754 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS DISEASE ACTIVITY
Specimen Type
Octave MSDA Test Kit
Specimen Volume
4 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Processing
- Allow Blood To clot at room temperature for 30 minutes in the upright position
- Centrifuge at full speed (3000-3500 rpm) for 15 minutes in room temp centrifuge only
- Ensure Gel has moved to the middle of the tube
Shipping/Handling instructions:
- Gel packs need to be COMPLETELY FROZEN and will be swapped out by specimen processing prior to shipment.
- Refrigerate sample (2-10 C) until ready to ship.
- Do NOT ship samples Friday-Sunday (refrigerate until Monday).
- Ship sample within 4 hours of packaging the kit.
Synonyms
MDSA, Octave
CPT Codes
81599
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days