- Test Name
- Beta 2 Microglobulin
- Aliases
- B2M
- Provincial Mnemonic
- B2MIC
- LOINC Test Code
- 1952-1
- Description and Primary Use
- Prognostic indicator in patients with plasma cell dyscrasias. Tumor markers are neither sensitive nor specific for malignancy.
- Reorder interval
- 28 Days
- TAT
- 14 Days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
STORE AND SHIP SAMPLE FROZEN PLASMA UNSUITABLE
- Criteria for Rejection
PLASMA:
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 4 Laboratory (HSC only)
- Last Updated
- 27-Aug-19