ANTI ds DNA Antibody

Test Code

DNADS

Alias/See Also

DSDNA; Double-stranded DNA

CPT Codes
86225

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

1 Lavender tube (EDTA) or
1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)
(Heparin choice is Lithium)

Instructions

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

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

Report Available

Report available same day 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.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM1 (Immunology, Manual)

Last Updated: June 7, 2023

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