ANA (antinuclear antibody) w/Reflex ANACS
| Method(s) | Multiplex Bead Immunoassay |
|---|---|
| Synonym | ANA Cascade |
| Specimen Required | |
| Collect | One 5 mL gold (SST) top tube. |
| Transport | 1 mL serum at 2-8ºC. (Min: 0.5 mL) EDTA, Na or Li heparinized plasma is also acceptable. |
| Stability | Refrigerated: 7 days; Freeze (-20ºC) for longer storage |
| Schedule | Mon, Wed, Fri |
| Billing Code | 2010188 |
| CPTCode | 86038; If reflex is added, 86225, 86235x10 |
| Notes | Reflex tests are antibodies to: |
| Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
| Reference Interval | |
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Negative |
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