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Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA)IFA

Order Code
490940
CPT
86038
Test Details
TAT

72 hours

Methodology

IFA

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Test Overview

Immunofluorescence assay to detect ANA. Standard screening test for autoimmune connective tissue disorders.

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
Refrigerated 7 days
Order Code
490940
CPT
86038
Test Details
TAT

72 hours

Methodology

IFA

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Test Overview

Immunofluorescence assay to detect ANA. Standard screening test for autoimmune connective tissue disorders.

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
Refrigerated 7 days