Carbamylated Protein (CarP) Antibody, IgG CARP
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Carbamylated Protein (CarP) Antibody, IgG |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Carbamylated Protein (CarP) Antibody, IgG |
EPIC Order Name |
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Clinical Info |
Anti-CarP antibodies may be positive in about 10% of early RA patients who are RF-negative and anti-CCP-negative and may be present years before the onset of RA symptoms. Anti-CarP is associated with more active disease and higher risk of developing joint erosions |
Specimen Type |
Blood |
Specimen Volume |
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Container |
Gold Top Tube |
Collection Instructions |
1 mL Serum |
Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated |
Specimen Stability |
14 days refrigerated |
Methodology |
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay |
Days Performed |
Turnaround time 7 - 10 days |
Performing Laboratories |
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CPT |
83516 |
PDM |
255282 |
Result Interpretation |
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Forms |
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