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HelpTest Code LAB2795 Anti Histone Antibody
Additional Codes
Histone Ab
Clinical System Name
Anti Histone Antibody
Synonyms
AHA; AHA IgG; Anti-Histone Antibodies; Antihistone Antibodies; Histone IgG
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.6 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Plasma or urine. Contaminated specimens. Grossly hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage Location: CPA1 refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Ship refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp |
48 h |
| Refrigerated | 2 w | |
| Frozen |
1 y |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M, W - Sa | 3 - 5 d |
Performing Laboratory
ARUP Laboratories
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1221
Phone Number: (800) 522-2787
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
83516
Methodology
Method: Semi-Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
Analytical Volume: 0.3 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
| 0.9 units or less | Negative |
| 1.0 - 1.5 units | Weak Positive |
| 1.6 - 2.5 units | Moderate Positive |
| 2.6 units or greater | Strong Positive |
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Histone Antibody, IgG |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Send out Monday through Friday with ARUP courier. |