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Desmoglein Antibodies (1 and 3)

Test Code
16033X


Preferred Specimen
0.5 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.3 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 28 days


Methodology
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Immunoassay (ELISA)

Setup Schedule

Set up: Wed, Fri; Report available: 1-6 days



Clinical Significance
To detect the presence of auto antibody specific to Desmoglein 1 and/or 3 in a patients serum as an aid to diagnose type of pemphigus




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