Test Code MYBP Myelin Basic Protein
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