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HelpTest Code LAB3356 SSA/SSB ANTIBODY PANEL
Specimen Information
| Container | Specimen | Temperature | Collect Vol | Submit Vol | Min Vol | Stability |
| SST | Serum | Refrigerate* | 2 mL | 1 mL | 0.5 mL | 7 days |
| SST | Serum | Frozen | 2 mL | 1 mL | 0.5 mL | 1 month |
*Preferred temperature.
Serum should be separated from the clot within 4 hours of collection. Store samples at room temperature no longer than 8 hours. Beyond 8 hours or for transport, refrigerate 2-8° C.
Reference Range
For Ro52, Ro60, and SS-B (all ages):
Negative: <20 CU
Positive: ≥20 CU
Method
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Instrumentation
Werfen Bioflash
CPT Code(s)
| Description | CPT Code |
| SS-B (La) Ab, IgG | 86235 |
| Ro52 Ab, IgG | 86235 |
| Ro60 Ab, IgG | 86235 |
Performing Location
University of Vermont Medical Center
Test Schedule / Analytical Time / Test Priority
Monday - Friday / Same day / Not available STAT
Section
Immunology
Is the UVMMC lab NY State Certified to perform this testing? Yes/No
Yes