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