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Test Code LAB2001 Smith Antibody

Additional Codes:

SM

Notes:

If requested with RNP/Sm, RNP, SSA, SSB and SCL-70, order as ENA Panel. See Extractable Nuclear Antigen Antibody Panel

Collection:

Specimen: Blood

Container: Serum Separator or Plain Red Top Tube

Volume: 6 mL; Minimum 4 mL

Pediatric Collection:

One Gold or Red microtainer filled 600 uL.

Storage Instructions:

Specimen may be held overnight at Room Temperature. Refrigerate for storage beyond 12 hours. Serum may be stored for up to 7 days at 2-8C. For longer storage, serum must be frozen at -20 or colder.

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Results reported same day as performed.

Test Availability:

Monday – Friday

Assay:

0.2 ml

Request Form:

Routine Laboratory Request Form

Send To:

UMC MAIN LABORATORY/ DIAGNOSTIC IMMUNOLOGY

Reference Interval:

Range Interpretation

< 1.0 AI

 Negative

> 1.0 AI

 Positive

AI = Antibody Index