Laboratory Services
Rheumatoid Factor
Print this pageUpdated Test Information:
| Test Description |
Rheumatoid Factor
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Synonym(s) |
RF |
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| Test ID |
RF
|
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| Specimen Type |
Serum |
|
| Alternate Specimen Type |
Red, Li or Na-heparin, EDTA (Na2 or K2) |
|
| Specimen Requirements |
SST |
|
| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection |
|
| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL |
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| Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL |
|
| Stability |
1 day at 20-25°C |
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| Methodology |
Immunoturbidimetric assay |
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| Estimated TAT |
0-2 days |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday |
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| CPT Code(s) |
86431 |
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| Reference Range |
<14 IU/mL |
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics |
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| LOINC Code(s) |
11572-5 |
