| Test Name: | Anti-DNA Antibody, Double Stranded |
| Epic Order Code: | LAB648 |
| CPT Code: | 86225 | | |
| Specimen(s) Type: | Serum, 1.0 mL |
| Acceptable Container(s): |   Tops are gold and red |
| Testing Schedule: | Tests performed daily Monday-Friday |
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA |
| | Routine: 48-72 hours |
| Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain by standard collection procedures. Full tube required. |
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
| Reference Client: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, centrifuge the specimen and remove serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2-8° C within 5 days. If longer storage is required, store and transport at -20° C for up to 6 months. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient volume, incorrect/delay in transport. |
| Reference Range: | < 25 IU = Negative; 25-30 IU = Borderline Positive; 30-60 IU = Low Positive; 60-200 IU = Positive; > 200 IU = Strong Positive |
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