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HelpTest Code LAB3375 Phospholipase A2 Receptor Antibody IgG with Reflex to Titer
Additional Codes
PLA2R Ab
Clinical System Name
Phospholipase A2 Receptor Antibody IgG with Reflex to Titer
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST or Red
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Hemolyzed, hyperlipemic, icteric, heat-treated or contaminated
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 8 C
Storage Location: Store the aliquot in the CPA refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1.0 mL serum to a plastic aliquot tube (Min: 0.2 mL).
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room Temp | 48 h | |
| Refrigerated | 2 w | |
| Frozen | 1 y |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| M, W, F | 3 - 8 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
86255
- If Reflexed, Add 86256
Methodology
Method: Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody
Analytical Volume: 0.2 mL
Limitations:
Reference Range
A positive result (1:10 or greater) for phospholipase A2 receptor antibody, IgG, in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings, supports a diagnosis of primary membranous glomerulonephritis (pMGN).
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Phospholipase A2 Receptor (PLA2R) Antibody, IgG with Reflex to Titer |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | 2011828 |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the ARUP courier. |