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Test Code LAB147 Anti-Nuclear Antibody (ANA) w/Reflex to Titer and Pattern

Department

IMMUNOLOGY

Primary Collection Container

Gold (SST)

Alternate Collection Container

Red (No Gel)

Transport

Refrigerated

Preferred Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Processing

Allow specimen to clot completely.

Centrifuge and filter.

Stability

Refrigerated: 48 hours

Frozen: 2 weeks

Minimum Testing Volume

1.0 mL

Reference Range

Negative

Methodology

Auto-antibody detection by indirect immunofluorescence assay (IIFA)

Performed

Monday – Friday

Batch run once per day.

Reported

1-3 days

CPT Codes

86038; if positive, add 86039

Unacceptable Conditions

Plasma, hemolysis, lipemia, or microbial growth.

Additional Information

Titer and pattern reported if positive.