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HelpTest Code NAIFA Antinuclear Antibodies, HEp-2 Substrate, IgG, Serum
Secondary ID
65161Method Name
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
<1:80 (Negative)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
2 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86039
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send General Test Request (T239) with the specimen.
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Connective Tissue Disease Cascade.