ds DNA
24 hours
Multiplex flow immunoassay
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Highly specific marker for systemic lupus erythematosus. Levels often correlate with disease activity.
Serum
0.5 mL
Red top tube or Gel barrier tube
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
ds DNA
24 hours
Multiplex flow immunoassay
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Highly specific marker for systemic lupus erythematosus. Levels often correlate with disease activity.
Serum
0.5 mL
Red top tube or Gel barrier tube
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |