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HelpTest Code MYGLS Myoglobin, Serum
Reporting Name
Myoglobin, SPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
Assessing muscle damage from any cause
Method Name
Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Males: 0 to 72 mcg/L
Females: 0 to 58 mcg/L
Interpretation
Elevated myoglobin levels are seen in conditions of acute muscle injury.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 2 daysTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
83874
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MYGLS | Myoglobin, S | 2639-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MYGLS | Myoglobin, S | 2639-3 |