Test Code B2M Beta 2 Microglobulin
Clinical Indications
This test is used to monitor kidney function or RA, although it is also elevated in SLE, lymphoma and myeloma.
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name: Beta 2 Microglobulin
Sunquest Order Code: B2M
Epic Px Code: LAB2091
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Gold
Acceptable: Red
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL Serum
Reference Range
0.8 – 2.3 mg/L
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
N/A
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
2 days
Specimen Stability
7 days refrigerated
Day(s) Performed
Monday-Friday
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-SPECIAL CHEMISTRY
CPT Code
82232
LOINC Code
1952-1
Test Alias
B2M Serum
B2 Microglobulin
Beta Microglobulin
Additional Information / Notes
N/A