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HelpTest Code LAB6141 SS-B/La Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
SSB
Reporting Name
SS-B/La Ab, IgG, SUseful For
Evaluating patients with clinical features or at-risk for connective tissue disease, especially Sjögren syndrome.
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Connective Tissue Disease Cascade.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.35 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
<1.0 U (negative)
≥1.0 U (positive)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
86235
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-treated | Reject |
Method Name
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Kidney Transplant Test Request with the specimen.