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HelpTest Code PURK Purkinje Cell Cytoplasmic (Yo) Autoabs with Reflex to Titer and Western Blot
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2458
Epic Description: ANTI-PURKINJE CELL CYTOPLASMIC ANTIBODIES
Synonym
Anti- Purkinje Cell Cytoplasmic Antibody
Anti-Yo Antibody Screen
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 4.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 5.0 mL | 4.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 14 days
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge blood specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport serum refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 0.5 mL
Minimum 0.2 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Referral code: 90119
http://www.questdiagnostics.com/testcenter/TestDetail.action?tabName=OrderingInfo&ntc=90119
Assay Frequency
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
4 days, excluding weekends and holidays
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge blood specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport serum refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86255