| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-SST | 7 days 2-8° C | < 11 MPL |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
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Schedule
Wed
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Turn-Around Time
1-7 days
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Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
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Clinical Utility
As an aid in diagnosis of blood clotting disorders. As an aid in diagnosis of autoimmune disorders such as APS, SLE and others. As an aid in diagnosis of cardiovascular disorders related to thrombosis. Used to determine the cause of recurrent miscarriage and other pregnancy complications. Used to screen patients with autoimmune disorders.
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CPT Codes
86147
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