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Test Code Epic LAB5090 Centromere Antibodies

Sunquest ordering code

CENTA

Sample type

Container/Tube Type: Red (No Additive)
SST (Serum Separator)

Collection Information: Collect 1.0 mL of blood. Transfer 0.5 mL of serum  to a transport vial.

Minimum Sample Volume: 0.25 mL

Remarks: Plasma samples from green and lavender top tubes are acceptable, but will route to a PROBL spot in the Sunquest Laboratory Information System.

Unacceptable Conditions: Grossly hemolyzed or lipemic specimens.

CPT Code

86235

Performing Laboratory

Testing Laboratory: Pathology Laboratory

Laboratory Section: Core Laboratory

Performed: Monday through Friday

Analytical Time: 1 day

Minimum Volume

0.25 mL

Stability

Refrigerated Stability: 7 days

Frozen Stability: Indefinitely