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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

Specimen Type

CSF

Preferred Collection Container

CSF Collection tube

Collection Instructions

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

Collection Volume

1 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

0.3 mL

Testing Volume

0.3 mL

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis.

Specimen Storage and Stability

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

Transport

Refrigerated to NCL, Frozen to ARUP

Turn Around Time

2-5 days

Lab Department

Referred Testing

CPT

83873

Methodology

Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Performing Lab

ARUP Laboratories

Stat Availability

No

LOINC Codes

2638-5