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HelpTest Code IM_04 Antinuclear Antibodies, HEp-2 Substrate, with Reflex, Comment
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see RFLXP / Antinuclear Antibodies, HEp-2, Reflex Panel.
Useful For
Interpretation for the evaluation of patients suspected of having systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease (antinuclear antibody-associated rheumatic diseases or connective tissue diseases), especially systemic lupus erythematosus, mixed connective tissue disease and Sjogren syndrome
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see RFLXP / Antinuclear Antibodies, HEp-2, Reflex Panel.
Technical Interpretation
Reporting Name
Antinuclear Ab,HEp-2,reflex CommentSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see RFLXP / Antinuclear Antibodies, HEp-2, Reflex Panel.
An interpretation will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
3 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
Not ApplicableLOINC Code Information
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IM_04 | Antinuclear Ab,HEp-2,reflex Comment | 77202-0 |