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HelpTest Code IMM191 Anti-PM/Scl-100 Ab
Additional Codes
YPM1
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: 5 mL Red
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Acceptable: SST
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube is acceptable. Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Method Name
ELISA
Reporting Name
Anti-PM/Scl-100 AbSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL (volume does NOT allow for repeat testing)
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 60 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis: | Reject |
| Thawing: | Warm OK; Cold OK |
| Gross lipemia: | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Other: | Anything other than serum; bacterial contamination |
Clinical Information
The anti-PM/Scl-100 antibody is associated with younger age, calcinosis and has lower rates of gastrointestinal symptoms, ILD and pulmonary hypertension. There is also evidence of a possibly better survival compared to the presence of either anti-PM/Scl-75 or anti-Scl-70 antibodies.
Reference Values
Reference Range: <20
Interpretation:
Negative: <20 units
Weak Positive: 20-39 units
Moderate Positive: 40-80 units
Strong Positive: >80 units
Performing Laboratory
Esoterix EndocrinologyTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by LabCorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86235
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FAPMA | Anti-PM/Scl-100 Ab | 101221-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FAPMA | Anti-PM/Scl-100 Ab | 101221-0 |