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DS DNA

Test Code
LAB7819


Alias/See Also
  • DSDNA
  • Double-stranded DNA


CPT Codes
86225

Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (SST)


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (1 mL optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)


OR

1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)


OR


 


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested. 


Transport Container
Gold tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
  • 2-8°C up to 7 days
  • Freeze at -20° or lower


Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Batched; daily


Report Available
Same day as tested


Reference Range
Negative


Clinical Significance
High levels of antibody to double stranded DNA are found in active systemic lupus erythematosus, but are uncommon in other autoimmune diseases.


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



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