Paraneoplastic Pemphigus Antibody Screen
| Abbrev Code: | ARMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
| Methodology: | Indirect fluorescent antibody | ||
| CPT Codes: | 88347 x5 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 3-7 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 4 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Hemolyzed or lipemic specimens. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 2 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 92107 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
| Use: | Confirm diagnosis of paraneoplastic pemphigus (PNP). |
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