Test Code FABAA Anti-bestrophin Autoantibodies
Specimen Required
Submit only one of the following specimens:
Serum:
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 5 mL serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Plasma:
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). Spin down and send 5 mL EDTA plasma refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Complete and submit with specimen:
1. Completed OHSU Ocular request form
2. Clinical history
3. Referring physician information (name & phone number)
NOTE: Without this information, testing cannot be completed.
Secondary ID
75662Special Instructions
Method Name
Immunoblot
Reporting Name
Anti-bestrophin AutoantibodiesSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
Hemolysis: | Mild reject; Gross reject |
Thawing: | Warm reject; Cold OK |
Reference Values
A final report will be provided.
Performing Laboratory
Ocular Immunology Laboratory OHSUCPT Code Information
84182
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
FABAA | Anti-bestrophin Autoantibodies | Not Provided |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
FABAA | Anti-bestrophin Autoantibodies | Not Provided |
Day(s) Performed
Wednesday