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Test Code LAB344C SSB ANTIBODIES

Intended Use

Intended for the in vitro semi-quantitative measurement of IgG antibodies directed to La (SS-B) in human serum and plasma (Li-heparin, EDTA) as an aid in the clinical diagnosis of Sjögren's syndrome and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings.

Methodology

Fluoroenzyme Immunoassay

Performing Laboratory

SPH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred: SST

Acceptable Container Type:  Red Top-Plain, LT Green/Mint Top-LiHep, Purple Top-EDTA

Please send refrigerated.

Minimun Volume:  0.5 mL

 

Specimen Stability

Ambient:  <8 hrs

Refrigerated (preferred): 2 weeks

Frozen: >2 weeks

Test Classification and CPT Coding

86235