Saccharomyces cerevisiae Antibodies (ASCA), IgG and IgA Build info
Synonyms |
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Short Name |
SACCHAROMYCES CEREVISIAE |
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Procedure Master Number |
LAB548 |
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Procedure ID |
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Clinical Info |
Antibodies to Saccharomyces cerevisiae are found in approximately 75% of patients with Crohn's disease, 15% of patients with ulcerative colitis, and 5% of the healthy population. High titers of antibody increase the likelihood of disease, and specifically Crohn's disease, and are associated with more aggressive disease. |
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Specimen Type |
Blood |
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Container |
Gold Top Tube |
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Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Gold-top tube(s) |
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Transport Instructions |
Refrigerate |
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Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |
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Days Performed |
Two times per week |
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Performing Laboratory |
Northwell Health Laboratories |
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CPT |
83520 x 2 |
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PDM |
5702020 |
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Results |
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