Specimen: 2 mL (1 mL min.) Serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Overnight fasting is preferred.

Stability (Room): N/A

Stability (Refrigerated): 72 hrs

Stability (Frozen): 2 weeks

Method: EIA

Comment: Also see EXTRACTABLE NUCLEAR ANTIGENS.

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Turnaround time (TAT): 5 – 15 days

Usage: Centromere antibodies occur primarily in patients with CREST syndrome but may also be seen in some patients with Primary biliary cirrhosis, Rheumatoid arthritis and LE. This assay is used as an aid in the diagnosis of CREST syndrome and for evaluating patients with clinical presentation compatible with Systemic sclerosis.

Specialty: Rheumatologist

Disease: Autoimmune disorders

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Home Collection: Available

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Pre-test Information: Overnight fasting is preferred.