Interleukin-6
| Alternate Names | IL-6, IL6, Cytokine |
| Ordering Recommendation | Used as an aid in the study of inflammatory diseases. |
| Specimen | Lithium Heparin Plasma |
| Container Type | Green Top Tube
|
| Methodology | Chemiluminescence |
| Reference Range | ≤4.4 pg/mL |
| Stability | 7 days |
| Transport Temp | Refrigerate 2°-8° C |
| Instructions | None |
| Days Performed | Daily |
| Report Available | 1-3 days |
| NY State Available | No |
| LOINC | 26881-3 |
| CPT Code | 83529 |
