Adalimumab (Blood)

Referring Laboratory

SENDAWAYS - Chromatography

Testing Laboratory

Canterbury Health Laboratories Christchurch Hospital

Department

Chemical Pathology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

ADAB

Test Code (Numeric Code)

4593

Synonyms

Humira, Amgevita, Adalimumab antibodies, TNF Biologic Drugs

Specimen Type

• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Plain (Red Top)

Acceptable

• Plain(Microtainer)
• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

4

Specimen Collection:
Serum samples should be taken from patients receiving TNF Biologics for at least 10 weeks. Samples should be taken at drug trough, within the 24 hours prior to a dose.

Please indicate which TNF biologic drug the patient is receiving.

Test is done at Canterbury Health Laboratories
Sample can be sent ambient (8-24°C) or on ice (2-8°C)

Instructions for Referral to LabPlus:
Aliquot Instructions: 200uL serum (minimum) 1 mL serum (preferred)
Aliquot Transport: Ambient (8-24°C) or on ice (2-8°C)

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