Test Overview
Test Methodology
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Test Usage
Diagnosis of paraneoplastic pemphigus/paraneoplastic autoimmune multiorgan syndrome (PNP/PAMS) in the setting of erosive or lichenoid mucocutaneous disease
Reference Range *
Negative in normal individuals
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Friday
Analytic Time
8 - 12 days
Soft Order Code
PNPAB
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo PNPAB
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in a red top tube. Spin and aliquot into a screw capped plastic tube. Refrigerate.
Normal Volume
2 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL serum
Storage Temperature
Refrigerated preferred, frozen or ambient are acceptable.
Additional Information
Test performed by Mayo Clinic Labs
Billing
CPT Code
86255
Fee Code
AA495