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DNA (ds) Antibody, Crithidia IFA with Reflex to Titer
Test CodeDSDNACRIT
CPT Codes
86255
Includes
If the DNA (ds) Antibody Screen is positive, then DNA (ds) Antibody Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86256).
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 16 days
Frozen: 35 days
Refrigerated: 16 days
Frozen: 35 days
Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon, Wed, Fri; Report available: 1-4 days
Clinical Significance
dsDNA Antibody is detected in patients with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and approximately 20% of patients with mixed connective tissue disease.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute |
14225 Newbrook Drive |
Chantilly, VA 20153 |