Laboratory Test Directory

Synonyms: FANA, ANA Screen, Lupus Antibody, SLE Antibody

CPT 4 Code: 86038

Test Order Mnemonic: ANA

Lab: Serology

Request Form: Microbiology/Serology

Collection: Routine venipuncture, SST (serum separator tube)

Storage Instructions: Room temperature. Refrigerate if storing more than 24 hours.

Causes for Rejection: Gross hemolysis

Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day in Sample Management Laboratory, Room 5.136 McCullough.

Turnaround Time: Test performed daily Monday through Friday. 

Specimen: Blood

Volume: 2 ml serum

Minimum Volume: 1 ml serum

Container: SST (gel barrier)

Test Method: Bio-Rad BioPlex 2200 (Multiplexing bead immunoassay)

Special Instructions:   Positive screening samples are reflexed to IFA titer for titer and pattern.

Revised 6/22/2011 by T. Friloux