Specimen:

Serum

Collection Medium:

Minimum:

Adult minimum: 5 ml; red top tube
Pediatric minimum: 2ml; red top tube

Testing
Schedule:

Weekly

Analytic Time:

1 week

Reference Range:

<1:10 Titer

Comments:

Please include relevant clinical information on test order form.

Methodology:

Indirect Immunofluorescence

Sample
Processing:

Centrifuge at 3500 RPM for 5 minutes.
Aliquot serum into labeled container and cap.
Relevant clinical information must be submitted with specimen in order 
to provide correct interpretation of test results.

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:

88347 Striated Muscle Antibody
88347-26 Striated Muscle Antibody Interpretation