Test Code LAB5476 Double Stranded DNA (dsDNA) Antibody IgG by Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Additional Codes
SQ : DSDNBB
COLLECTION
Preferred Collection Container:
SST (Serum Separator)
Red (No Additive)
Collection Information:
Collect blood in a serum separator or red top tube.
Sample Volume Requirements:
Centrifuge and aliquot 0.25 mL into a plastic transport vial.
Minimum Sample Volume:
0.15 mL of serum (approximately 0.3 mL of whole blood based upon a normal patient hematocrit).
Unacceptable Conditions:
Hemolysis
STABILITY
Refrigerated Stability:
7 days - Preferred
Frozen Stability:
30 days
Ambient Stability:
4 hours
PERFORMING LAB
Performed:
Monday - Friday
Analytical Time:
4 hours
Testing Laboratory:
Pathology Laboratory
Laboratory Section:
Core Laboratory
CPT Code
86225