Roche COBAS kinetic interaction of microparticles in solution (kims).
Rejection Criteria
Gross Hemolysis
Reference Range(s)
15.0-35.0 UG/ML
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Specimen
Plain red top tube
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL serum
Sample Stability
1 week room temperature 1 week refrigerated 1 year frozen
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Collection Instructions
2 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to
clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then
centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport
tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as
serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate.