Test Overview
Test Methodology
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbant Assay (ELISA)
Test Usage
Evaluating patients suspected of having systemic sclerosis, when used in conjunction with centromere and Scl70 antibodies. Providing diagnostic and prognostic information in patients with systemic sclerosis.
Reference Range *
<20.0 U (negative); 20.0 - 39.9 U (weak positive); 40.0 - 80.0 U (moderate positive); >80.0 U (strong positive).
Test Details
Days Set Up
Wednesday
Analytic Time
2 - 9 days
Soft Order Code
RNAP
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo RNAP
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in an SST or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.
Normal Volume
0.5 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL serum
Additional Information
Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories.
Billing
CPT Code
83516
Fee Code
AA258
NY State Approved
No