ENA Antibody Panel
| Sunquest Code: | ENAABY | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB3450 | Epic Name: | ENA Antibody Panel |
| Synonyms: | ENA Panel; Extractable Nuclear Antigen, Antibodies, Panel | ||
| Methodology: | Fluorescent enzyme immunoassay | ||
| Test Includes: | Smith antibody, RNP antibody, SSA antibody and SSB antibody. | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri; results are reported the same day. | ||
| Special Instructions: | When possible, order specific individual antibodies if entire panel is not needed. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.8 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) [Alternate Containers: Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)] |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.35 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Endocrine (UMMC-East Bank) |
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