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Desmoglein Antibodies (1 and 3)

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This test is currently only available in BHS CPRS. If you are a Bedford provider and wish to see this test offered in Bedford CPRS- please contact the Bedford Laboratory. Testing performed at Quest Diagnostics.




Test Code
DESMOGLEIN ABS 1&3(O)


CPT Codes
83520 (x2)

Preferred Specimen
0.5 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.3 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 28 days


Methodology
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Immunoassay (ELISA)

Setup Schedule
Set up: Wed, Fri; Report available: 2-7 days


Reference Range
Desmoglein 1 Antibody<20 RU/mL
Desmoglein 3 Antibody<20 RU/mL


Clinical Significance
To detect the presence of auto antibody specific to Desmoglein 1 and/or 3 in a patients serum as an aid to diagnose type of pemphigus



Last Updated: February 15, 2017


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.