SCL-70 Antibody

Test Code: TD_4606
CPT Code(s): 86235

$39

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Anti-scleroderma
Anti-topoisomerase
Scleroderma AB (scl-70)
Topoisomerase antibody <br<

Test Includes

SCL Antibody

Methodology

Multiplex flow immunoassay

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles

Reference Range(s)

NEGATIVE: <1.0 AI
POSITIVE: >=1.0 AI

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum separator tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL serum

Sample Stability

1 day room temperature
1 week refrigerated
1 month frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

2 mL serum. 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.