Laboratory Medicine
Laboratory Test Catalogue
Skin Antibodies (Pemphigus Antibody) | |
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Test NameSkin Antibodies (Pemphigus Antibody) |
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Specimen Type / RequirementsContainer Type = 1 Gold Top (SST) Minimum Testing Volume = 2 ml serum Tube must fill to at least ½ or greater of its vacuum capacity |
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Specimen HandlingCollection Instructions: Ensure both sample and requisition are lebeled properly. Notes: This test includes Pemphigus Antibody and Anti-basement Zone (Pemphigoid) Antibodies. Write your initials, date and time of collection on the collection label. Laboratory Staff Instructions: Serum collected with or without gel separator. Separate from cells within 2 hours of collection Rejection Criteria: Gross hemolysis, unlabeled or samples with non sufficient quantity Transportation: Send sample to core lab as soon as possible. |
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Required Documentation |
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Turnaround Time (TAT)6 Days |
Test Utilization |
Reference ValueNegative. If positive, serum will be titred. |
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Test CodeSKNAB |
MethodologyTissue Immunofluorescence |
Testing LocationReferred Out – ON, Canada (ROICL02) |
Other InformationLast Updated: September 19, 2019
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