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HelpTest Code ANASC Antinuclear Antibody Screen, Serum
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Useful For
Evaluating patients suspected of having a systemic rheumatic disease
Method Name
Reporting Name
Antinuclear Ab Screen, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
Negative
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- La Crosse LabTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86038
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ANASC | Antinuclear Ab Screen, S | 29950-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ANASC | Antinuclear Ab Screen, S | 29950-3 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday