Test Overview
Clinical Utility
Ovarian Antibody is found in patients with premature ovarian failure, Addison’s disease, and polyendocrinopathy syndromes.
Reflex: If Ovarian Antibody Screen is positive, then Ovarian Antibody Titer will be performed at an additional charge.
Method
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Result Included
Ovarian Antibody Screen; Ovarian Antibody Titer
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumContainers
Collection Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 14 days | 30 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hemolysis | Present |
| Lipemia | Present |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Ovarian Antibody ScreenNegative
Comment
Ovarian antibody screen is at 1:5 dilution
-
Anti-Ovary AB Titer< 1:5
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| OVAAVSCR | ANTI-OVARY ANTIBODY | 63047 | |
| ANTI-OVARY AB TITER | 63048 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-01-26