Multianalyte blood test (electrochemiluminescence immunoassay)
This test measures multiple blood components simultaneously using a sensitive immunoassay method to detect proteins, hormones, or other substances in your serum or plasma.
["It helps assess overall health, detect conditions, or monitor treatments by checking several markers at once."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 105263-8
- Short code
- LSD multi anl Bld/T
- Synonyms
- LSD multi anl Bld/T
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- whole-blood
- Container
- Lavender-top (EDTA)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- molgen
- Specimen volume
- 3 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h
- Hemolysis max
- 0
- Lipemia max
- 0
- Icterus max
- 0
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Measures
The test typically includes a panel of analytes such as glucose, electrolytes (e.g., sodium, potassium), hormones (e.g., thyroid-stimulating hormone), and other proteins or substances like creatinine, calcium, or inflammatory markers. The exact analytes depend on the specific panel ordered by your healthcare provider.
Why It’s Ordered
Your doctor may recommend this test for routine health checks, to diagnose or monitor conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disorders, or metabolic imbalances. It can also be used during pregnancy, before surgery, or to evaluate symptoms like fatigue, nausea, or unexplained weight changes.
Sample Collection
A small blood sample is drawn from a vein, usually in your arm. The blood is processed to separate serum (liquid part after clotting) or plasma (liquid part after anticoagulant use) for testing. You may feel a slight pinch, but it usually doesn’t cause significant discomfort.
Preparation
No special preparation is needed unless instructed by your doctor. Avoid alcohol or certain medications for a few days before the test if they could affect the results.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test provides a snapshot of your body’s chemistry, helping identify imbalances or diseases early. For example, elevated glucose levels may indicate diabetes, while abnormal electrolyte levels could signal dehydration or kidney issues. Results guide treatment plans and ongoing care.
Frequently asked questions
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