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Neurofilament Light Chain
MessagePatient Preparation: Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to collection of a sampleImmediate Specimen Processing: Draw blood in an EDTA lavender top tube. Invert to mix with preservatives. Centrifuge and transfer plasma to a labeled plastic transport tube. Ambulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: AmbientSpecimen Stability: 35 days
Test Code
LAB16342 NLC
Alias/See Also
NLC
CPT Codes
83884| 0361U
Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@Patient Preparation: Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to collection of a sample.
Instructions
Processing Instructions: Centrifuge and transfer plasma to a labeled plastic transport tube. Preferred Testing Volume: 0.7 mL plasmaMinimum Testing Volume: 0.5 mL plasma Transport Temperature: Ambient Stability: Ambient: 35 daysRefrigerated : 35 daysFrozen: 56 days Causes for Rejection: HemolysisPerforming Lab: Quest SJC
Report Available
6-Days
Clinical Significance
1230171183
Last Updated: May 18, 2026