PARIETAL CELL ANTIBODY

Test Code

PAR

CPT Codes
86256

Includes

Titer is automatically performed.

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

or 1 Red tube

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells. If gel seperator tube is not used, transfer/aliquot serum into a transfer tube. Refrigerate until tested.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

15-30°C up to 8 hours
2-8°C up to 2 days; otherwise freeze

Methodology
IFA

Setup Schedule

M, W, F

Report Available

Same day tested unless repeat testing is needed.

Reference Range

<1:20

Clinical Significance

This test is useful in the evaluation of pernicious anemia, iron deficiency anemia, thyroid disease, juvenile diabetes, and atrophic gastritis.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM1 (Immunology, Manual)

Last Updated: June 7, 2023

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