Test Code LAB0210377 Antinuclear Antibody (ANA), Serum
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Note: NO automatic reflex testing (DNA and ENA)
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold top (SST) & Red top (Serum & No Additive)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.25 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
If collecting using a red top with no gel separator, the serum must be removed within 1 hour of collection.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated: 1 week
Reference Values
<1 unit (negative)
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86038