Test Code AMA Antimitochondrial Antibodies, Serum
Performing Laboratory
NorDx
Reference Values
Negative
If positive, titer will be performed.
Methodology
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube or an serum gel tube. Spin down and send 2 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum refrigerated.
Note: Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Tuesday, Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86255-Screen
86256-Titer, if indicated