ANTIRIBOSOMAL P ANTIBODIES
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: RPIGG
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026335
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Testing Time: 1 Day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026335
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Testing Time: 1 Day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 0.5 mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum or Plasma
Collection Info:
Serum and EDTA or Heparinized plasma are the recommended samples.
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum or Plasma
Collection Info:
Serum and EDTA or Heparinized plasma are the recommended samples.
Specimen Acceptability
Avoid hemolysis.
Serum or plasma may be stored under refrigeration (2-8°C) for up to 7 days. For longer storage of samples, keep at -20°C or colder.
Serum or plasma may be stored under refrigeration (2-8°C) for up to 7 days. For longer storage of samples, keep at -20°C or colder.
Methods
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Clinical Utilities
Ribosomal P antibodies are found in 10% to 20% of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and are purported to be associated with lupus psychosis.
CPT Codes
83516
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
Reference Range
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