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