| Test CODE | NAME | 
|---|
S115
Double-Stranded DNA (dsDNA) Antibody, IgG by IFA (using Crithidia luciliae)
| Methodology: | Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody | 
| Performed: | Sun-Sat | 
| Reported: | 2-3 days | 
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST) - 1 ml serum.
 Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection.  
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.  
Unacceptable Conditions: Plasma. Contaminated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens.  
Stability: After separation from cells: Ambient 48 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)  
Note: This test is approved for NY .  
Performing Lab  
ARUP Laboratory  
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| CPT Code(s): | 86256 |