Anti-MI2
| Abbrev Code: | MI2 | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4399 | Order Name: | Anti-MI2 |
| Synonyms: | Mi-2 Autoantibodies | ||
| Methodology: | Radioimmunoprecipitation assay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 86235 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 8-18 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Separate serum from cells within 4 hours of collection. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 6 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 2.2 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) Alternate Containers: Red or gold (gel) |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot within 4 hours of collection 3 mL, 1 mL minimum. Store at room temperature. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Stability: | 7 days at room temperature; 14 days refrigerated; 2 months frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Quest Diagnostics) |
| Referral Lab number: | 17172 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Not detected. |
| Use: | Assessment of Dermatomyositis (DM). |
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