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Flixabi (Drug + Antibody)

Alias: Infliximab

Discipline: Clinical Chemistry

Test information: This is a chimeric monoclonal antibody, is a medication used to treat a number of autoimmune diseases. This includes Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Bechet's disease. It is given by slow injection into a vein, typically at six- to eight-week intervals.

Specimen Type(s)
  • Blood;
Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)
N/A
Specimen Container - Adult
  • Gold Top SST BD;
Specimen Container - Paediatric
  • Clear - Plain;
Analytes
  • N/A;
Part of a test profile?
No
Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory
1ml
Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport
Trough level
Maximum add on time
N/A
Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation
Please see the report.
UKAS number
8210
UKAS accredited test?
Yes
Comments
N/A

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Last updated: 30-04-2024