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HelpTest Code GAD ICA GAD65 + ICA512 Autoantibodies
Clinical System Name
GAD65 + ICA512 Autoantibodies
Synonyms
Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase
IA2 antibodies
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold/SST or Red
Preferred Vol: 4.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note: This test can share a sample with Insulin Antibodies (INSUL AB)
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage location: Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate 0.5 - 2.0 mL serum in a plastic aliquot tube affixed with a large Cerner label in the CPA refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate 0.5 - 2.0 mL serum and refrigerate. Transport the refrigerated sample to Seattle Children's Main Lab.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room temp |
|
| Refrigerated | 1 - 2 m | |
| Frozen | 1 - 2 y |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | Collected daily | 4 - 7 d |
Performing Laboratory
University of Colorado
Barbara Davis Center
1775 Aurora Ct., M20-4201E
Aurora, CO 80045
Phone Number: (303) 724-6809
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Methodology
Method: None specified
Analytical Volume: None specified
Limitations:
Reference Range
| Normal | Elevated | |
| GAA | < 20 | > 25 |
| IA-2 | < 5 | > 7 |
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | GAD Autoantibodies (GADA) and IA-2 Autoantibodies (IA-2A) |
| Reference Test Number: | GADA and IA-2A |
| Instructions: | Send refrigerated sample on an ice pack to UC Denver Monday - Thursday via FedEx Priority Overnight shipping. Saturday deliveries are not acceptable. |