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HelpTest Code LAB7798 Anti-ds-DNA Antibodies, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Literature References:
Package insert: BioPlex 2200 ANA Screen kit. BioRad Laboratories, Inc. 03/2012
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top, Red/grey SST or Gold SST
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Cut-off time: 1000
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available the day of testing
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86225
Reference Values
| Anti-ds-DNA Antibodies | Units | Interpretation |
| ≤4 IUnits/mL | Negative | |
| 5-9 IUnits/mL | Indeterminate | |
| ≥10 IUnits/mL | Positive | |
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Literature References:
Package Insert: BioPlex 2200 ANA Screen kit. BioRad Laboratories, Inc. 03/2012
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core Lab. Processed by automated line and aliquot stored refrigerated for batch analysis. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.
LOINC Code Information
| Name | LOINC Code |
| Double Stranded DNA | 5130-0 |