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HelpTest Code CRTHS Double-Stranded DNA (dsDNA) IgG Antibodies, Crithidia luciliae Immunofluorescence Screen, Serum
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.7 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRTHT | dsDNA Ab IFA Titer, IgG, S | No | No |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-treated | Reject |
Reference Values
DOUBLE-STRANDED DNA (dsDNA) IgG ANTIBODIES, CRITHIDIA LUCILIAE IMMUNOFLUORESCENCE SCREEN
Negative (<1:10)
Reference values apply to all ages.
DOUBLE-STRANDED DNA (dsDNA) IgG ANTIBODIES, CRITHIDIA LUCILIAE IMMUNOFLUORESCENCE TITER
Negative (<1:10)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86255