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HelpEpic Test Code LAB2402 68kD (hsp-70) antibodies by Line Blot
Additional Codes
MML Code: F68KD
Performing Laboratory
IMMCO Diagnostics, Inc.Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
2.0 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 365 days | |
| Refrigerated | 5 days | ||
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Specimen Required
Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
Bassett Healthcare Network Clinical Laboratories
Note:
Blood Tube Draw Volume
Min 50% draw volume
- 50% of the tube fill volume is required for proper blood to additive ratio.
Day(s) Performed
Once per week
NY State Approved
YesReporting Name
68kD (hsp-70) antibodiesMethod Name
Line Immunoassay
Reference Values
Qualitative test - Positive or Negative
Report Available
3 to 18 daysInterpretation
Antibodies to inner ear antigen (68kDa) occur in approximately 70% of patients with autoimmune hearing loss. The antibody tests to this 68kDa antigen parallel with disease activity. In addition, a majority of patients positive for antibodies to 68kDa are responsive to corticosteroid treatment.(Hirose et al. The Laryngoscope. 109:1769-1999)
CPT Code Information
84182