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Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Use
Detect antibodies to nuclear antigens
Limitations
Males and females older than 80 years of age have a 50% incidence of low titer ANA. Various medications can induce a “lupoid” condition.
Methodology
Multiplex flow immunoassay
Specimen Requirements
Information on collection, storage, and volume
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination; icterus