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CytoDX
CytoDX
Updated over 8 months ago

Test Details

Lab Company: Diagnostic Solutions
​Sample Type: Serum
​Collection Location: In Lab (Phlebotomy Required)

The CytoDX measures cytokines in the blood to analyze immune system function.

Key Details

  • 🏥 Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Thursday only.

  • 💰 You may need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.

  • 🧊 Freeze the provided ice packs for several hours before your blood draw.

  • 📄 Please print the requisition form from your Rupa patient portal and send it back with your samples. Your sample must be CLEARLY labeled and arrive at the lab with a completed test requisition form for the lab to analyze it.

Preparation & Timing

  • Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Thursday only.

    • Resources for scheduling and preparing for your blood draw can be found HERE.

  • Freeze the provided ice packs for several hours before your blood draw.

  • Continue taking any nutritional supplements and medications unless your healthcare provider instructs you otherwise.

Collection Instructions

  1. Read this article to prepare for your blood draw.

  2. You must get your blood drawn Monday - Thursday.

  3. Complete the test requisition form.

    1. NOTE: Your sample will not be analyzed by the lab if it arrives at the lab without a completed test requisition form.

    📄 How to Complete Your Requisition

  4. Bring the following items with you to your blood draw appointment.

    1. Test kit

    2. Frozen ice packs

    3. Completed test requisition form

  5. The phlebotomist will collect, prepare, and ship your sample for you.

    1. Please make sure the phlebotomist CLEARLY labels your sample. Unlabeled samples will not be analyzed by the lab.

    🩸 View Phlebotomist Instructions

NOTE: Diagnostic Solutions recommends shipping your samples on dry ice to ensure they remain frozen and stable. Please consult with your blood draw location to determine if they supply dry ice or if you need to purchase your own. You can find dry ice at many grocery and convenience stores.

Requisition & Payment

  • Your kit has been prepaid. You DO NOT need to pay anything extra.

Please print the requisition form from your Rupa patient portal and send it back with your samples.

  • NOTE: Your sample will not be analyzed by the lab if your requisition form is not completed and sent with your sample.

  • You must complete your requisition form and send it back with your samples.

    • Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on this form.

📄 How to Complete Your Requisition

Shipping

NOTE: Diagnostic Solutions recommends shipping your samples on dry ice to ensure they remain frozen and stable. Please consult with your blood draw location to determine if they supply dry ice or if you need to purchase your own. You can find dry ice at many grocery and convenience stores.

  • Your sample must be collected and shipped Monday - Thursday only.

  • The phlebotomist will ship your sample for you using the materials provided in the test kit.

  • Make a note of the tracking number on the return mailer so that you can track your sample back to the lab.

Results

  • Results should be released to your provider 5-10 business days after your sample is received at the lab. Rupa Health cannot guarantee processing time.

More Resources

Questions?

Reach out to Rupa Health via the chat in your patient portal.

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