Test Overview
Test Methodology

ELISA

Test Usage

Transforming growth factor (TGF) play a crucial role in tissue regeneration, cell differentiation, embryonic development, and regulation of the immune system. Transforming growth factor beta is found in hematopoietic (blood-forming) tissue and initiates a signaling pathway that suppresses the early development of cancer cells.

Reference Range *

0 - 22,062 pg/mL

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Varies, 2 times per week
Soft Order Code
MMLR
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Sendout
    Reference Laboratory
    Mayo FHTGF (BioAgilytix Diagnostics)
    Section
    Special Testing
    Specimen Requirements
    Collection Instructions

    Collect specimen in an EDTA lav top tube. Spin for 15 mins within 30 minutes of collection. Poor plasma off into an aliquot tube, and spin it for 10 minutes. Pour the plasma into another aliquot tube, and freeze immediately.

    Special Handling

    Pour plasma, do not aliquot

    Normal Volume
    1 mL platelet-poor plasma
    Minimum Volume
    0.25 mL platelet-poor plasma
    Storage Temperature
    STRICT FROZEN
    Additional Information

    Test sent to Mayo Clinic Laboratories; performed by BioAgilytix Diagnostics

    Billing
    CPT Code
    83520
    NY State Approved
    No