dsDNA Antibody

Test Code: TD_4287
CPT Code(s): 86225

$29

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Anti-DNA (double stranded)
DNA antibody, no Rflx
DNA ds antibody, no reflex
Double stranded, native
Ds DNA antibody

Test Includes

dsDNA Antibody

Methodology

Multiplex flow immunoassay

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis

Reference Range(s)

Negative: <=4.0 IU/ML
Indeterminate: 5.0-9.9 IU/ML
Positive: >=10.0 IU/ML

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum separator tube (SST)

Minimum Volume

2.0 mL serum

Sample Stability

1 day 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

2 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 serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate.