Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Synonyms
Crithidia Luciliae Substrate Assay; Native DNA Antibody; Double Stranded DNA Antibody; dsDNA
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 16 Days; Frozen: 35 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Serum
CPT Codes
86255; 86256
Revised
10-15-19
Initials
SL