Human Serums & Fluids

Question 1

SP1072.5

Answer 1

CRP FREE Human Serum
Creactive protein (CRP) in a sample of your blood. CRP is a protein that your liver makes. Normally, you have low levels of c-reactive protein in your blood. Your liver releases more CRP into your bloodstream if you have inflammation in your body. High levels of CRP may mean you have a serious health condition that causes inflammation.

Specs: < 0.1mg/L

Tested for a variety of other analytes in normal ranges

Question 2

UN1000

Answer 2

Universal Negative Human Serum

1. Test for IgG (Immunoglobulin G):

Immunoglobulin G is a type of antibody. Representing approximately 75% of serum antibodies in humans, IgG is the most common type of antibody found in blood circulation. The measurement of immunoglobulin G can be a diagnostic tool for certain conditions. Clinically, measured IgG antibody levels are generally considered to be indicative of an individual’s immune status to particular pathogens. Normal Ranges Adult: IgG 6.0 - 16.0g/L

Specs: <100 mg/dL

2. Test for IgM (Immunoglobulin M):

IgM is the largest antibody, and it is the first antibody to appear in the response to initial exposure to an antigen. IgM in normal serum is often found to bind to specific antigens, even in the absence of prior immunization. For this reason, IgM has sometimes been called a “natural antibody”. Normal Ranges Adult: IgM 0.4 - 2.5g/L

Specs: <10 mg/dL

Question 3

SP1000

Answer 3

HUMAN SERUM NORMAL
Normal serum and tested for the analytes listed for normal levels.

Question 4

SP1010

Answer 4

HUMAN SERUM, DELIPIDIZED

Delipidation: In order to remove lipids from serum, the fumed silica precipitation method is used. Fumed silica is added to serum, non-polar substances such as lipids and steroids will adsorb to the surface of fumed silica. Afterwards the solution is centrifuged and the pellet of silica with adsorbed lipids is removed.

Question 5

SP1040

Answer 5

HUMAN SERUM, CHARCOAL TREATED
Charcoal treatment of serum is an effective process for removing hormones and steroids using activated charcoal. It has also been used for improving immunoassay systems.

Question 6

SP1050

Answer 6

HUMAN SERUM, DOUBLE CHARCOAL TREATED:
Charcoal treatment of serum is an effective process for removing hormones and steroids using activated charcoal. This is done twice to insure removal*. It has also been used for improving immunoassay systems

Question 7

SP1060

Answer 7

HUMAN SERUM, CHARCOAL TREATED AND DELIPIDIZED

Charcoal treatment of serum is an effective process for removing hormones and steroids using activated charcoal. It has also been used for improving immunoassay systems.

Delipidation: In order to remove lipids from serum, the fumed silica precipitation method is used. Fumed silica is added to serum, non-polar substances such as lipids and steroids will adsorb to the surface of fumed silica. Afterwards the solution is centrifuged and the pellet of silica with adsorbed lipids is removed.

Question 8

SP1070

Answer 8

HUMAN SERUM, DOUBLE CHARCOAL TREATED AND DELIPIDIZED

Charcoal treatment of serum is an effective process for removing hormones and steroids using activated charcoal. This is done twice to insure removal*. It has also been used for improving immunoassay systems.

Delipidation: In order to remove lipids from serum, the fumed silica precipitation method is used. Fumed silica is added to serum, non-polar substances such as lipids and steroids will adsorb to the surface of fumed silica. Afterwards the solution is centrifuged and the pellet of silica with adsorbed lipids is removed

T4- Thyroxine (referred to as T4) is a major player in your endocrine system. It is responsible for your metabolism, mood, and body temperature, among other things.
Normal Range: 5.0 to 12.0μg/dL
GW Specs: ≤ 4 μg/dL

TSH, 3rd Generation - Thyroid stimulating hormone. If your TSH levels are too high or too low, may be a sign of a thyroid problem.
Normal Range: 0.300-3.000 mIU/L
GW Specs: ≤ 0.2 μIU/mL

Progesterone - Progesterone is a hormone released by the corpus luteum in the ovary. It plays important roles in the menstrual cycle and in maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.
Normal Range: ≤ 0.90 ng/mL
GW Specs: ≤ 0.50 ng/mL

Testosterone - Testosterone is a hormone produced primarily in the testicles. Testosterone helps maintain men’s: Bone density. Fat distribution. Muscle strength and mass.
Normal Range: 300 - 1,000 ng/dL
GW Specs: ≤ 0.2 ng/dL
Testing Method: Chemiluminescent

Estradiol - Estradiol has several functions in the female body. Its main function is to mature and then maintain the reproductive system. During the menstrual cycle, increased estradiol levels cause the maturation and release of the egg, as well as the thickening of the uterus lining to allow a fertilized egg to implant.
Normal Range: 30 to 400 pg/mL (Female) / 10 to 50 pg/mL for men (men)
GW Specs: ≤ 10 pg/mL