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HelpTest Code LAB12611 RNP Antibody
Department
SEND OUTS
Reference Lab Test Number
RNP
Refer To
Primary Collection Container
Gold (SST)
Alternate Collection Container
Lavender 6 mL (K3EDTA)
Transport
Serum frozen
Preferred Transport Temperature
Frozen
Processing
Centrifuge, separate and send 1.0 mL serum in a screw-capped plastic vial.
Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Undetermined
Minimum Testing Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Range
<5 U/mL Negative
5-10 U/mL Equivocal
>10 U/mL Positive
Methodology
Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)
Performed
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Reported
5-6 Days
CPT Codes
86235
Unacceptable Conditions
Heparinized plasma; hemolysis; lipemia