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Double-Stranded DNA (dsDNA) Antibody, IgG by IFA (using Crithidia luciliae)

CPT Code(s): 86256
Specimen Required: Patient Preparation:
Collect:Serum separator tube.
Specimen Preparation:Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an RDL Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature:Refrigerated.
Stability:After separation from cells: Ambient 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
New York DOH Approval Status: This test is New York DOH approved.
Aliases:
  • anti-DNA
  • Antibody to ds-DNA
  • Crithidia luciliae indirect fluorescent test (CLIFT)
  • Double stranded DNA antibody
  • Native double-stranded DNA antibody