Test Information:
The Soluble fms-like Tyrosine Kinase-1 (sFLT) is an electrochemiluminescence assay (ECLIA) intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of preeclampsia, in conjunction with placental growth factor (PIGF) assay and other diagnostic and clinical information.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
An individual item may be ordered. However, if the physician requests the sFLT and PIGF ratio, please see JSPRAT.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 15 days - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 6 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 6 months
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Wednesday, cut off 1200H
Results Availability:
Thursday at 1200H