Test Code LAB147 ANA and Double-Stranded DNA with Reflex
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Evaluating patients suspected of having a systemic rheumatic disease.
Important Note
Positive ANA will reflex to the following test:
Antibody to Extractable Nuclear Antigen Evaluation, Serum (TEST ID: ENAE at MML)
Collect
Serum
Collection Device
Gold Top Tube or Red Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
Room Temp | 8 Hours |
Refrigerated | 48 Hours |
Frozen | Undetermined |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp, Refrigerated or Frozen.
Minimum Requirements
1 mL
Methodology
Immunoflourescence
Synonyms
ANA
Start Date
9/13/2017
Last Review Date
06/20/2025
7/7/2025 KBE
Specimen Handling
Samples must be centrifuged and decanted.
Remarks
TURN AROUND TIME
Testing only performed Monday through Friday, with run days varying.