Test Code DNADS dsDNA (Double Stranded DNA)
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SSTCollection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Testing Volume
0.25 mL (250ul)
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not stored properly, grossly lipemic, hemolyzed and icteric specimens, Inadequate labeling, improper collection.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Stable up to 7 days at 2-8 C
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday,First and Second Shift
Alias
Anti-DNA, Anti-ds, Anti-Double Stranded, Antibody to ds-DNA, antibody to native DNA (n-DNA),
EPIC Code
LAB648
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, GRN-PST, R-NoGel, EDTA (Lavender) plasma
Transport
Refrigerated
Turn Around Time
1-3 Days
Lab Department
Chemistry