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Anti-Smooth Muscle Antibodies by Indirect Fluorescent Antibody (IFA) (RDL)

Order Code
520131
CPT
86015
Test Details
TAT

18 days

Methodology

Indirect fluorescent antibody (IFA)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Used in diagnosing autoimmune hepatitis. Detects antibodies targeting smooth muscle.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 7 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 60 days
Order Code
520131
CPT
86015
Test Details
TAT

18 days

Methodology

Indirect fluorescent antibody (IFA)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Used in diagnosing autoimmune hepatitis. Detects antibodies targeting smooth muscle.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 7 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 60 days