Antinuclear Ab, Single Pattern Reflex

Test Code
38699


CPT Codes
86039<br>Restricted Client Code - Nonorderable component of LAC 14293

Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum collected in a red-top serum separator tube (SST)


Minimum Volume
0.15 mL


Instructions
Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL).


Transport Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 2 weeks
Frozen: 1 year


Methodology
Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody

Setup Schedule
Set up: Fri; Report available: 2-4 days


Reference Range
< 1:80




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.