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Myocardial Antibody Screen with Reflex to Titer
Test Code261
CPT Codes
86255
Includes
If Myocardial Antibody Screen is positive, then Myocardial Antibody Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86256).
Preferred Specimen
0.5 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 6 months
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 6 months
Methodology
Indirect Immunofluorescence
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
A.M. Sets up 5 days a week.
Report Available
Reports in 2 to 6 days.
Clinical Significance
Myocardial Antibody Screen is useful in detecting myocardial disease that includes an immunologic component. These diseases include various cardiomyopathies, especially idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, rheumatic fever, and Dressler's syndrome.