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Scleroderma Antibodies (SCL-70)
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Test Code
SCLR
Alias/See Also
4942;
Anit-SCL 70;
Anti-Scleroderma;
SCL-70;
Anit-SCL 70;
Anti-Scleroderma;
SCL-70;
CPT Codes
86235
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum (minimum 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 the tube for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered.
Transport Container
SST (speckled top), Red top , Plastic Vial (transfer) tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred)
Specimen Stability
Room Temperature = n/a
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = at least 7 days
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = at least 7 days
Methodology
EIA
Setup Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
BS
BS
Report Available
3 days
Reference Range
SEX | AGE | Report Normals |
N/M/F | 1000Y | < 20 Negative - No detectable antibody by the ELISA test |
20 - 39 Positive - Weak Positive | ||
> 40 Positive - Moderate - Strong Positive |
Clinical Significance
Antibodies to Scl-70 are a specific marker for scleroderma and are found in 20-60% of scleroderma patients.
Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439
Last Updated: November 23, 2021