SS-B Antibody
Label Mnemonic: SSB
Epic code: LAB345
Order form: Immunopathology Requisition
Supply order: Supply Order Form
Billing: Billing Policies
CPT code: 86235
Specimen(s):
Plasma
Collection Medium:
Plasma Separator Tube 4.5 mL
Alternate Collection Media:
Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.
Minimum:
3.0 mL whole blood from light green top tube or TWO Microtainer® devices
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
3 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
1.0 AI (antibody index) or less
Interpretive Data:
SS-B (La) antibodies are found primarily in patients with Sjogren's syndrome (approximately 60% of cases) and lupus erythematosus (LE, 10- 15% of cases).
Comments:
Assay methodology and reference ranges changed February 25, 2013.
Methodology:
Multiplex flow immunoassay
Sample Processing:
Centrifuge at a speed and time necessary to get barrier separation of plasma/serum and cells within 1 hour of collection. Send specimen in original tube. Do Not transfer to another tube.
Each sample must be labeled with at least TWO full patient identifiers (First/Last Name & DOB are sufficient for non-UIHC affiliated clients) to avoid sample rejection/delays.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
86235