dsDNA antibodies (Crithidia Luciliae) by Indirect Immunofluorescence

Investigation Name:dsDNA antibodies (Crithidia Luciliae) by Indirect Immunofluorescence

Alias or Abbreviation:Crithidia, CLIFT

Intro:

Indication:
Diagnosis of SLE

Further information:

NOTE: Test is a reflex for new positive dsDNA Quantification only.

Pathology Laboratory:Immunology laboratory

Requestable Seperately?No

Minimum Sample Volume:1mL

Expected Turnaround Time:3 weeks

Test Code:CLDA

Sample Type:

Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)

Complex Reference Range:Positive/ Negative

Collection Conditions / Other Information:1st class post or Transport

Referred to Another Laboratory?No

Storage Requirements:Ambient temperature

NPEX / PDF Reporting Available:Yes

EQA Scheme:Yes

Further information:Reflex for new positive dsDNA Quantification only

Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net

Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net

Methodology:Indirect Immunofluorescence

UKAS Reference Number:Awaiting assessment

Site Sample Tested:Immunology, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton

Contact Number:01902 695279 or Ext 85279