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HelpTest Code BPAB Bullous Pemphigoid, BP180 and BP230, IgG Antibodies, Serum
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission container/tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Minimum Volume
Serum 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
Bullous Pemphigoid 180:
<20 RU/mL (Negative)
≥20 RU/mL (Positive)
Bullous Pemphigoid 230:
<20 RU/mL (Negative)
≥20 RU/mL (Positive)
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
1 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
83516 x 2