Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Synonyms
Epidermal; pemphigoid; pemphigus
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
2 Days a week; A.M.
Standard TAT
4-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.1 mL Serum
Included Tests
Intercellular and Basement Antibody Screens with Reflex to Titers
CPT Codes
86255 (x2); 86256 (x2)
Revised
06-15-16
Initials
SL