MI-2 Autoantibodies

Test Code
3241


CPT Codes
86235

Preferred Specimen
3 mL serum


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Separate within 4 hours of collection.

Please note: Myositis AssessR Plus Jo-1 Autoantibodies, test code 3242, is available, if clinically indicated.


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 60 days


Methodology
Radioimmunoprecipitation Assay (RIPA)

Setup Schedule
Tue-Thu


Report Available
3 to 9 Day(s)


Clinical Significance
Myositis AssessR Plus Jo-1 Autoantibodies, test code 10185, is available, if clinically indicated. Assessment of Dermatomyositis (DM).




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.