Test Code RNAP RNA Polymerase III Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
Frozen | 21 days |
Reference Values
<20.0 U (negative)
20.0-39.9 U (weak positive)
40.0-80.0 U (moderate positive)
>80.0 U (strong positive)
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
CPT Code Information
83516
Report Available
2 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | OK |
Heat-treated specimen | Reject |