L486

Test CODE NAME

L486

Antiparietal Cell Antibody (APCA)

Methodology: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
Performed: Mon-Sat
Reported: 4-6 days
Specimen Required: Collect:  Serum Separator Tube (SST) OR Red Top Tube -  1.0 ml  serum.
Specimen Preparation: Separate serum (SST) from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
Stability: Room Temperature/Refrigerated/Frozen:  1 week
At Accu Reference: Refrigerated -7 days; Frozen: 2 weeks.
Causes for Rejection:  Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination; heat-treated specimen; specimen with preservative added
NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. *

CPT Code(s): 86255
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