Myeloperoxidase AB

Test Code: TD_4965

CPT Code(s): 83516

$55

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

MPO Antibody

Test Includes

MPO AB

Methodology

Multiplex flow immunoassay

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
>3 freeze/thaw cycles

Reference Range(s)

Negative: <1.0 AI
Positive: >=1.0 AI

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Separator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL serum

Sample Stability

24 hours room temperature
1 week refrigerated
1 month frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for
at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours
of collection. Refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

1 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes. Then centrifuge sample and transfer to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate.