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Double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) Antibodies, Serum/Plasma

Test ID: DNAAB

Test

Aliases/Synonyms

Anti-dsDNA

Method

ELISA

Report Includes

ds-DNA Antibodies

Specimens

Serum; Plasma (EDTA); Plasma (heparin); Plasma (Citrate)

Clinical Utility

Useful in diagnosing and managing SLE. This assay measures antibodies against double-stranded DNA. (Analysis by an alternate method (Multiplex Bead Technology) is available as part of Extractable Nuclear Antigen Antibodies (see separate listing)).

Test Location

London Health Sciences Centre, 339 Windermere Road, London ON N6A 5A5

Test Version

30-Sep-2019

Specimen

Specimens

Serum; Plasma (EDTA); Plasma (heparin); Plasma (Citrate)

Sample Volume

1.0 mL

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Collection & Handling

Handling Information

Store and send frozen.

Stability

Refrigerated 21 days
Frozen >21 days

Test Version

30-Sep-2019

Performance / Interpretation

Method

ELISA

Turnaround Time

10 days

Results

Name Units Reference Range Conversion Factor
dsDNA Antibodies IU/mL
  • Negative: ≤99
  • Positive: >99

Test Location

London Health Sciences Centre, 339 Windermere Road, London ON N6A 5A5

Test Version

30-Sep-2019

Interface / Setup

Test Version

30-Sep-2019