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Test Code LAB648 dsDNA (DOUBLE STRANDED) ANTIBODY, IGG

Method

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

CPT Code(s)

Description CPT Code
dsDNA Ab, IgG                                   86225

 

Specimen Information

Container Specimen Temperature Collect Vol Submit Vol Min Vol Stability
SST Serum Refrigerate* 2 mL 1 mL 0.5 mL 7 days
SST Serum Frozen 2 mL 1 mL 0.5 mL 1 month

*Preferred temperature.

Serum should be separated from the clot within 4 hours of collection.  Store samples at room temperature no longer than 8 hours.  Beyond 8 hours or for transport, refrigerate 2-8° C.

 

Reference Range

All Ages:
Negative: <27 IU/mL
Intermediate: 27 - 35 IU/mL
Positive: >35 IU/mL

Instrumentation

Werfen Bioflash

Performing Location

University of Vermont Medical Center

Test Schedule / Analytical Time / Test Priority

Monday - Friday / Same day / Not available STAT

Section

Immunology

Is the UVMMC lab NY State Certified to perform this testing?  Yes/No

Yes