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
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
CPT
86235
CDM Code
3028623505
Epic Test ID
1230102986
LOINC
Result name: ####-#
Reviewed Date
3/4/2025