DNA ANTIBODY DOUBLE STRANDED
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: DNA
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026595
Schedule:
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026595
Schedule:
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 1 ml serum
Temperature: Refrigerate or Frozen
Tube Type: Serum or Plasma
Collection Info:
Serum and EDTA or Heparinized plasma are the recommended samples.
Temperature: Refrigerate or Frozen
Tube Type: Serum or Plasma
Collection Info:
Serum and EDTA or Heparinized plasma are the recommended samples.
Specimen Acceptability
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. Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles (up to 3 cycles is acceptable).
Avoid hemolysis.
Avoid hemolysis.
Methods
EIA Screen. All positive results are then tested by Indirect Fluorescent Antibody (IFA) using Crithidia luciliae Substrate.
Clinical Utilities
Useful for determining antibodies to double-stranded DNA. If Positive results are titered.
CPT Codes
86225 - screen
86256 - titer
86256 - titer
* 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
Negative