Interfering Substances definition
Interfering Substances. Heparin therapy causes activation of lipoprotein lipase, which increases the relative migration rates of the fractions, especially the beta lipoprotein.10 Serum Storage: For best results, fresh serum should be used. Storage at 2 to 8°C for no more than 5 days yields satisfactory results. Prolonged storage increases the migration rate of the pre-beta fraction. Do not freeze.11
Interfering Substances. Ingestion of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in high doses has been shown to cause false negative results, and intake should be discontinued 2 days prior to, and during, the test period.7 Peroxidase from fruit and vegetables can cause false positive results.8-11 Elimination of red meat from the diet during the test period eliminates the source of hemoglobin which can cause false positives. Oral medications (such as aspirin, indomethacin, reserpine, phenalbutazone, corticosteroids, etc.) and heavy alcohol consumption may cause irritation or bleeding of the gastrointestinal tract and should be discontinued for 7 days prior to and during the test period.
Examples of Interfering Substances in a sentence
If, however, this lease is revoked, the Lessee shall vacate the premises, remove said property and restore the premises to the aforesaid condition within such time as the said officer may designate or as otherwise specified by the provisions of the condition on RENTAL ADJUSTMENT.
Interfering Substances: Erroneous results may be caused by contamination with tissue fluids or stasis.