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HelpTest ID BLOD0774 ANA by Immunofluorescence, Titer and Pattern
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.7 mL |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
IFA
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86039
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 9613 | ANA Pattern |
| 9615 |
ANA Pattern 2 |
| 11509 | ANA Titer IFA |
| 11510 | ANA Titer 2 IFA |
AKA
FANA, ANA, ANA IFA, Anti-Nuclear Antibody Titer
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 72 hours | |
| Frozen | Greater than 72 hours | Preferred for transport |
Additional Information
ANA Screen must be performed before an ANA titer is done.