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Test Code MYBP Myelin Basic Protein

Important Note

Not recommended for the workup of suspected multiple sclerosis. Preferred test is Oligoclonal Band Profile

Additional Codes

EPIC LAB190

ARUP 80515

Performing Lab

ARUP Laboratories

Methodology

Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

CPT

83873

Preferred Collection Container

CSF Collection tube

Specimen Type

CSF

Collection Volume

1 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

0.3 mL

Transport

Refrigerated to NCL, Frozen to ARUP

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis.

Specimen Storage and Stability

Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 3 weeks (Avoid freeze/thaw cycles)

Turn Around Time

2-5 days

Lab Department

Referred Testing

Collection Instructions

If CSF is bloody, centrifuge the sample and separate supernatant from cells prior to freezing the sample.

Testing Volume

0.3 mL

Stat Availability

No

LOINC Codes

2638-5