Test Code LAB648 ANA and dsDNA
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Evaluating patients suspected of having a systemic rheumatic disease.
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 | 14 Days |
| Frozen | Undetermined |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp, Refrigerated or Frozen.
Minimum Requirements
1 mL
Methodology
Immunoflourescence
Synonyms
ANA
Performance
Testing only performed Monday through Friday, with run days varying.
Start Date
9/13/2017
Last Review Date
1/25/26 ES