Test Code KLHCC Kelch-Like Protein 11 Antibody, Cell Binding Assay, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: For optimal antibody detection, specimen collection is recommended before initiation of immunosuppressant medication, or corticosteroid or intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) treatment.
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Preferred: Collection vial number 1
Acceptable: Any collection vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| K11TC | KLHL11 Ab IFA Titer, CSF | No | No |
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Report Available
3 to 5 daysSpecimen Retention Time
28 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
0432U