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Tissue inhibitor of Matrix Metalloproteinase 1

Tissue inhibitor of Matrix Metalloproteinase 1

The TIMP-1 assay is a component of the ADVIA Centaur ELF test which
is indicated, in conjunction with other laboratory findings and clinical assessments, as an aid in
the diagnosis and assessment of the severity of liver fibrosis in patients with signs and
symptoms of chronic liver disease.

Tube 01 (SE) - Serum Gel
ID Tests&Tubes0269
Turn Around A&E: N/A
Day Case: N/A
In-Patient: 24 Hours
Out-Patient: 24 Hours
GP: N/A
Send to Blood Sciences LGI
Contact For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net.
Collection Con Minimum volume - 250µl serum / plasma
Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements
Sample REQ Blood
Ref. Range Notes Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page:
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/
Units ng/mL
Telepath ELF1L
ICE Codes LELF