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HelpTest Code ANASR Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Screen with Reflex Testing
Methodology
Testing Algorithm:
If ANA screen is positive, then anti-Sm, centromere B, chromatin, ds-DNA, Jo 1, ribosomal protein, RNP, Sm-RNP, SS-A, Scl 70, and SS-B will automatically be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name:
IFA and EIA
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 |
5 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
HHA1491
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory