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Histone Antibodies, Serum
Test ID: HISABQST S
Test
Method
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Specimens
Clinical Utility
Histone antibody is present in 80-95% of patients with drug-induced Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), 20-50% of patients with idiopathic SLE, and infrequently in patients with other autoimmune connective tissue diseases.
Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
29-Sep-2022
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
SST (Gold Top)
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting preferred
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Test Version
29-Sep-2022
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Histone Antibodies | U |
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Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
29-Sep-2022
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HISABQST S | 64650HISTONE ANTIBODIES | U |
Test Version
29-Sep-2022