IL-6 test is ordered in the following conditions: When a patient is suspected of sepsis/septicemia. Autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, ankylosing spondylitis and even IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) are Certain types of cancer. Localized infections like periodontitis.
Test information: Fasting not necessary, but preferred
Reporting: Within 12 hours*