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Test Code LAB772 RNP ANTIBODY, IGG

Method

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

CPT(s)

Description CPT Code
RNP Antibody 86235

 

Reference Range

Age Sex Low High Units
All All <20 (Negative) ≥20 (Positive) CU

 

Instrumentation

Werfen Bioflash

Specimen Information

Container Specimen Temperature Collect Vol Submit Vol Min Vol Stability
SST Serum Refrigerate 2 mL 1 mL 0.5 mL 48 hours
SST Serum Frozen 2 mL 1 mL 0.5 mL 1 month

Serum should be separated from the clot within 4 hours of collection.  Store samples at room temperature no longer than 8 hours.  If the assay will not be completed within 8 hours, refrigerate the sample at 2-8C.  If the assay will not be completed within 48 hours, or for shipment of the sample, freeze at -20C or lower.

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