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HelpTest Code LAB3246 Extractable Nuclear Antigens (ENA) Screen, Serum
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| ENA ABY SCREEN | LAB3246 | ENASC |
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Lipemic or hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Additional Information: Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Ambient NO/Frozen OK
Day(s) Test Set Up
Tuesday, Friday (once daily)
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
SMDC Clinical Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86235
Reference Values
<20 Units (negative)
20-25 Units (borderline)
>26.0 Units (positive)
All ENA antibody screens with results >20 Units will be sent to a reference laboratory for the following tests: SS-A/Ro, SS-B/La, Sm, U1RNP, Scl 70, and Jo 1.