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Intended Use
Intended for the in vitro semi-quantitative measurement of IgG antibodies directed to Scl-70 in human serum and plasma (Li-heparin, EDTA) as an aid in the clinical diagnosis of scleroderma (diffuse form) in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings.
Methodology
Fluoroenzyme Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
SPH
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type/Container:
Preferred:
Serum - Gold-Top, SST
Acceptable:
Serum - Red Top-Plain
Plasma - LT Green/Mint Top-LiHep or Purple Top-EDTA
Minimum Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
Ambient: <8 hrs
Refrigerated (preferred): 2 weeks
Frozen: >2 weeks
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86235