Anti-dsDNA Antibodies

Test ID: 

704710

CPT code:

86225

Synonyms:

Native DNA,dsDNA,Double-Stranded DNA Antibody,Anti-DNA, (dsDNA)

Clinical Use:

dsDNA Antibody is detected in patients with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and approximately 20% of patients with Mixed Connective Tissue Disease

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Transport tube

Storage Instructions:

Room Temperture

Stability Requirements:

Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Grossly icteric