Insulinlike growth factor binding protein-3
Test Identifier Information | |
| Registration Code | BP3 |
| Method | Automated ICMA on IDS-iSYS analyser |
| Diagnostic Use / Indications | IGF-BP3 is a useful index of growth hormone secretion, especially in children under 10 years old and particularly when GH deficiency is suspected. |
| External Price | $152.71(Exclusive of GST) |
Specimen Collection | |
| Patient Specimen | Blood 2 ml plain, lith heparin or EDTA |
| Paediatric Specimen | Blood 1 ml plain, lith heparin or EDTA |
| Sample Delivery to Lab | Ambient |
Instructions for Referral to CHLabs | |
| Aliquot Instructions | Minimum 0.5 ml serum |
| Aliquot Transport to CHL | Cold or frozen |
CHLabs Laboratory | |
| Department | Endocrinology Laboratory |
| Contact Details |
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| Contact Phone Number | (03) 364 0848 l x80848 |
| Test Availability | Batched weekly |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Reference Interval | Age and gender specific reference intervals are given with the result. These are from kit manufacturers data. |
| Uncertainty of Measurement | +/-0.08 mg/L at <0.55 mg/L 14.6% > 0.55 mg/L |
| Additional Information | Automated method with different reference range introduced in November 2015. |
| Delphic Number Test Number | 9270 |
