Epic Code LAB1231799 Smith and Smith/RNP Antibodies, IgG
Interface Order Alias
1231799
Specimen Type
Blood
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Blood
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Container(s): Gold Top (Serum Separator-SST Gel)
- Preferred Volume to Collect: 5.0 mL
- Minimum Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL
- Neonate Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL
- Capillary collect ok: Yes
- Microtainer acceptable: Yes
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Collection Instructions:
- Gently invert gold tube(s) 8 - 10 times to mix clot activator with blood.
- Specimen should be processed within 2 hours – See Processing Instructions.
Processed Specimen: Serum
- Centrifuge/Spin: Yes
- Aliquot: No
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Processing Instructions:
- Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes in a vertical position and centrifuge within 2 hours.
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not centrifuged within 2 hours
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 12 hours
Refrigerate: 7 days
Frozen: aliquot serum for longer storage
Laboratory Retention: 7 days
Test Frequency
Available Monday through Friday, usual TAT 1-3 days.
Reference Range
Smith Antibody IgG Negative
Smith/RNP Antibody, IgG: Negative
Performing Department
Immunochemistry
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Corewell Health Reference Laboratory West, Grand Rapids, MI
Methodology
Methodology
CPT
86235
CDM Code
3028623505
Epic Test ID
1230102986
LOINC
Result name: ####-#
Reviewed Date
Under Review