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HelpTest Code RNAABM RNA Polymerase III Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | RNAP |
| Epic ID | LAB5177 |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 21 days |
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Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-treated specimen | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Useful For
Evaluating patients suspected of having systemic sclerosis as part of systemic sclerosis criteria antibody tests
Providing diagnostic and prognostic information in patients with systemic sclerosis
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
2 to 7 daysReference Values
<20.0 U (negative)
20.0-39.9 U (weak positive)
40.0-80.0 U (moderate positive)
>80.0 U (strong positive)
CPT Code Information
83516