Rubidium (Serum) Concentration by Immunoassay Probe
This test measures the amount of rubidium, a trace mineral, in your blood serum. It may be used in specialized medical evaluations, including certain genetic or metabolic studies.
["Rubidium levels can help assess rare genetic conditions or metabolic disorders, though they are not commonly ordered for routine care."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 108083-7
- Short code
- RUBV RNA Bld Ql NAA+probe
- Synonyms
- RUBV RNA Bld Ql NAA+probe
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- whole-blood
- Container
- Lavender-top (EDTA)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- probe-amp-tar
- 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
Why Might This Test Be Ordered?
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have symptoms or a family history suggestive of conditions like congenital rubidium deficiency, mitochondrial disorders, or other rare metabolic syndromes. It may also be part of a broader genetic testing panel.
What Does the Test Involve?
A blood sample is drawn from a vein, typically in your arm. The sample is then processed and analyzed using an immunoassay technique to detect rubidium levels. This test is usually done in a clinical laboratory.
Sample Collection and Preparation
The blood sample is collected in a sterile tube and sent to the lab. Serum is separated from the blood cells and analyzed for rubidium concentration. This process helps ensure accurate measurement of the mineral.
What Does a Result Mean?
Interpretation of results depends on clinical context and may require comparison to reference ranges specific to the lab. Abnormal levels could indicate underlying metabolic or genetic conditions that need further evaluation.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Rubidium is a trace element that plays a role in certain metabolic pathways, particularly in mitochondrial function. Abnormal levels may suggest inherited metabolic disorders, mitochondrial diseases, or other rare genetic conditions. This test is not routinely performed and is typically reserved for specialized diagnostic scenarios.
Short name
Serum Rubidium Level
Frequently asked questions
What are the normal reference ranges for this test?
How often can I expect to have this test?
Are there any risks or side effects associated with this test?
Sources
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