Test Code ANASCN Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Screen
Methodology
IFA
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Serum | Refrig., spun |
7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
CPT Coding
86039
Secondary ID
HHA1563
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
Test Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Screen | 47383-5 |