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HelpTest Code LAB2906 Centromere B Antibody
Clinical System Name
Centromere B Antibody
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Red, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin, Lavender/EDTA
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 8 C
Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigF rack
Off-site collection: Aliquot 1 mL serum/plasma and transport refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room temp | ||
| Refrigerated | 7 d | |
| Frozen | 6 m |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem East
Phone Number: (206) 987-2617
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M-F | 1-3 d |
Methodology
Method: Immunoassay on Bioplex 2200
Analytical Volume: 0.4 mL
Limitations:
CPT Codes
83516
Synonyms
A Centromere Ab; Anti Centromere Level; Centromere Antibody; A CTROM B
Description
This assay is used in the detection of autoantibodies to Centromere to aid in the diagnosis of autoimmune disease, typically when systemic sclerosis is suspected. The results are semi-quantitative.