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HelpEpic Code LAB3663 Anti-dsDNA Antibody
Test Name Alias
Anti-Double Stranded DNA | dsDNA Antibody level | 7161
Interface Order Alias
55121
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Blood
Container(s): Gold Top (Serum Separator-SST Gel)
Preferred Volume to Collect: 5.0 mL
Minimum Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL
Neonate Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL
Capillary collect ok: Yes
Microtainer acceptable: Yes
Collection Instructions:
- Gently invert gold tube(s) 5 times to mix clot activator with blood.
- Specimen should be processed within 2 hours – See Processing Instructions.
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
Processed Specimen: Serum
Centrifuge/Spin: Yes
Aliquot: No
Processing Instructions:
- Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes in a vertical position and centrifuge within 2 hours.
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerate: 7 days
Frozen: Aliquot serum for longer storage (-20°C)
Laboratory Retention: 7 days
Test Frequency
Available Monday - Friday, usual TAT 1 - 3 days
Reference Range
<5IU/mL
Performing Department
Immunochemistry
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Corewell Health Reference Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
CPT
86225
CDM Code
3028622501
Epic Test ID
1230100340
Mayo Access Code
SHO55121
Reviewed Date
12/13/2022
Updated Date
1/26/2024: Reference Range and Methodology