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HelpTest Code DSDNWR Double Stranded DNA (dsDNA) Antibody IgG by Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI) with reflex to IFA using Crithidia
Additional Codes
| PathLab | DSDNWR |
| Epic ID | LAB5257 |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Collection Container:
SST (Serum Separator)
Also Acceptable Collection Container:
Red (No Additive)
Collection Information:
Collect blood in a serum separator or red top tube.
Transport Information:
Centrifuge and aliquot 0.25 mL into a plastic transport vial. Send refrigerated.
Minimum Sample Volume:
0.15 mL of serum
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | X |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Room Temp | 4 hours |
Unacceptable Conditions
Hemolysis
Performing Lab
Pathology Laboratory
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Indirect immunofluorescence (IFA) using Crithidia luciliae
Day(s) Performed
MFI: Monday - Friday
IFA: Monday and Thursday
Report Available
4 hours
CPT Code Information
86225
If reflex negative, add 86255.
If reflex positive, add 86256.