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Desmoglein Antibodies (1 and 3)
Test Code16033
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
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
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Inst San Juan Capistrano |
33608 Ortega Highway |
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92690-6130 |