Specimen:

Serum

Collection Medium:

Minimum:

Adult - 5 mL; red top tube
Pediatric - 2 mL; red top tube

Testing
Schedule:

0800-1630 Monday through Friday.

Analytic Time:

1 week

Reference Range:

<1:40 Titer
If the screen is positve at 1:40; titer is automatically performed.

Methodology:

Indirect Immunofluoresence

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:

86255 Smooth Muscle Antibody Screen
86256 Smooth Muscle Antibody Titer