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HelpTest Code PMSCLM Anti-PM/Scl-100 Ab
Additional Codes
| Mayo | FAPMA |
| Epic ID | LAB3635 |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top or serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Within 1 hour of collection, centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL of serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerated.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.3 mL Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 60 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
UPH Waterloo Region Lab Test Catalog
Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Lipemia | Reject |
| Icterus | Reject |
| Bacterial contamination | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Esoterix EndocrinologyMethod Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Report Available
7 to 11 daysReference Values
<20
Negative: <20 units
Weak Positive: 20-39 units
Moderate Positive: 40-80 units
Strong Positive: >80 units
CPT Code Information
86235