| Test Name: | Anti-Smith/RNP (SM/RNP) Antibodies |
| Epic Order Code: | LAB5125 |
| CPT Code: | 86235 | | |
| Specimen(s) Type: | Serum |
| Acceptable Container(s): |   Tops are gold and red. |
| Testing Schedule: | Tests performed daily Monday-Friday. |
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA |
| | Routine: 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 2 weeks. If longer storage is required, store and transport at -20° C for up to 1 year. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient volume, incorrect/delay in transport. |
| Reference Range: | < 20 IU = Negative, 20 - 24.9 IU = Borderline, > 25 IU = Positive |
| Additional Information: | Test included in ANA Panel, positive ANA, Reflex and ANA, Reflex to ENA |