Jo-1 Antibody

Message
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Test Code
JO1AB


Alias/See Also
5810


CPT Codes
86235

Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
SST or Red top: Avoid hemolysis. Invert a minimum of 5 times, then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minutes. Centrifuge the tube for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered.


Transport Container
SST (speckled top) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature or refrigerated (preferred)


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature = 24 hours
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = at least 7 days


Methodology
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Immunoassay (elisa)

Setup Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday BS


Report Available
3 days


Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439


Last Updated: November 22, 2021


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.