Specimen:

Serum

Collection Medium:

Minimum:

Adult- 2 ml; red top tube
Pediatric- 2ml; red top tube

Testing
Schedule:

Weekly

Analytic Time:

1 week

Reference Range:

Absent

Comments:

Appears to be a 'Marker' antibody for scleroderma or PSS. Rarely 
present in patients with other systemic rheumatic diseases.

Methodology:

Immunodiffusion

Sample
Processing:

Centrifuge at 3500 RPM for 5 minutes.
Aliquot serum into labeled container and cap.

Sample
Storage:

Refrigerate serum 2-8 degree C.

Transport
Instructions:

Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Ship at ambient temperature.

CPT Code:

86235