Test Overview
Method
Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Result Included
If Myocardial Antibody Screen is positive, then Myocardial Antibody Titer will be performed at an additional charge.
Specimen
Containers
Preferred Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Acceptable Containers
Red top (no additive)
Volume
Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 48 hours | 14 days | 6 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
8 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
MYOCARDIAL AB, IFNegative
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ANTIMYOCARDIAL ANTIBODY TITER< 1:40
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| <a href="https://iclabs.ca/wp-content/uploads/icl-test-attachments/MYOCRAB%20S%20-%20HL7%20Codes.pdf" target="blank">View HL7 Order Codes</a> |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-05-28