Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) by IFA with Reflex
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Clinical Info |
This test detect antibodies to nuclear antigens by Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) with pattern identification and titers. Positive IFA results will reflex to specific antibody detection against • dsDNA • Chromatin • Ribosomal P • Sjogren's SSA-A (Ro)• Sjogren's SS-B (La)• Smith (Sm) • RNP • Scl-70 • Jo-1 • Centromere B |
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Specimen Sources |
Blood, Arterial Blood, Capillary Blood, Central Line Blood, Venous |
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Specimen Types |
Blood |
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Specimen Volume |
1 mL of serum |
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Container |
Gold Top Tube |
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Collection Instructions |
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum |
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Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated |
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Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) for ANA pattern identification/titer. |
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Days Performed |
Monday - Friday |
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Performing Laboratories |
Northwell Health Laboratories |
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CPT |
86235 (x10) |
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PDM |
5700070 |
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Results |
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Result Interpretation<1:80 Titer |
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Forms |
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