Viscosity, Serum

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsViscosity, Serum – High serum viscosity may be most commonly observed in patients with Waldenstrǒm's macroglobulinemia and multiple myeloma. Patients with high viscosity may have capillary occlusion, stasis hypoxia, and acidosis.

What type of sample is required for this test?2 mL serum

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Viscosity, Serum – High serum viscosity may be most commonly observed in patients with Waldenstrǒm's macroglobulinemia and multiple myeloma. Patients with high viscosity may have capillary occlusion, stasis hypoxia, and acidosis.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.