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Epic EAP: LAB866
Epic Description: FTA ANTIBODIES, TOTAL
Synonym
Fluorescent Treponemal Antibody
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 3 X 0.5 mL | 2 X 0.5 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 3 X 0.5 mL | 2 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Immunology Lab
Assay Frequency
Once/week
Routine Turnaround Time
1 week
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86780