Evaluating patients suspected of having celiac disease, including patients with compatible symptoms, patients with atypical symptoms, and individuals at increased risk (family history, previous diagnosis with associated disease)
Specimen Type
Container
Yellow Top Tube
Collection Instructions
Specimen Type: Serum Whole Blood ACD-B Both blood and serum are required.
Specimen Type: Blood Container/Tube: Yellow top (ACD [solution B]) Specimen Volume: 6 mL Collection Instructions: Do not transfer blood to other containers.
Specimen Type: Serum Container/Tube: Preferred: Serum gel Acceptable: Red top Specimen Volume: 2 mL Specimen Minimum Volume: Blood: 3 mL Serum: 1.5 mL Specimen Stability Information: