Test Name
Beta 2 Microglobulin, Blood
LIS CodeBMG
Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Lab Section
Special Chemistry
Fluid TypeSerum or Plasma
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Non Gel Red Top, Green-top is also acceptable
Container Whole Blood Required7 ml whole blood preferred
Critical ValueNone
Summary Test NameBeta 2 Microglobulin, Blood
Specimen Preparation OutreachCentrifuge and separate sample from cellular material. Refrigerate immediately.
Specimen Stability3 days refrigerated
Minimum Volume0.5 ml
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseSpin, separate. Transport immediately
Stat AvailabilityNot available STAT
Reference Value0.80-2.60 mg/L
