Test Code LAB1235636 Double-Stranded DNA (dsDNA) Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Evaluating patients with clinical features or at-risk for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Monitoring disease activity, as an adjunct test, in patients with SLE previously positive for double-stranded DNA IgG antibodies
Reporting Name
dsDNA Ab, IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
Frozen | 21 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
<100 IU/mL (negative)
≥100 IU/mL (positive)
Negative is considered normal.
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
86225
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
ADNA1 | dsDNA Ab, IgG, S | 33799-8 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
ADNA1 | dsDNA Ab, IgG, S | 33799-8 |
Testing Algorithm
For more information see First-Line Screening for Autoimmune Liver Disease Algorithm.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.