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HelpTest Code LAB5005 Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) Screen, Serum
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| ANA SCREEN | LAB5005 | ANASC |
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:
1. Lipemic or hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
2. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Ambient NO/Frozen OK
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday (once daily)
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
SMDC Clinical Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86038
Reference Values
Negative: < 20.0
Positive: ≥ 20.0
Strongly Positive: ≥ 60.0
Beginning September 10, 2025, the ANA Screen reagent updated to a new method with new reference ranges. Please take this into account when comparing current ANA Screen results to those run before September 10, 2025. Results were obtained with the Inova QUANTA Lite ANA ELISA. ANA values obtained with different manufacturers’ assay methods may not be used interchangeably.
In an appropriate clinical context, follow-up tests for a positive ANA Screen can be performed on the saved serum.
The following tests may be added within 5 days of original collection:
RF - Rheumatoid Factor (LAB5010)
ADNA1 - DNA Double-Stranded IgG Antibody (LABDNADS)
CNTAB - Centromere Antibodies (LAB6632)