- Test Name
- Anti-dsDNA Antibody (Quantitative)
- Aliases
- DOUBLE STRANDED DNA; dsDNA; SLE
- Provincial Mnemonic
- DNADSAB
- LOINC Test Code
- 42200-6
- Description and Primary Use
- Quantitative determination of dsDNA autoantibody is used for monitoring Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Reorder interval
- 60 Days
- TAT
- 7 Days; Max delay 14 Days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
For monitoring purposes only.
If quantitative dsDNA testing is required upon dsDNA positivity reported from the ACA panel contact the laboratory 777-6474 to add-on to the referred out test list. The sample will be kept for a 2 weeks period.
Approval requires test order:
- By Rheumatologist; or
- Completed LTSA Form.
Enter test name (and/or Provincial Mnemonic) into Test(s) to be performed section on the LTSA Form. Direct questions on how to order test to Specimen Dispatch (709-777-2373).
Order the ACA panel to screen for connective tissue diseases screening. Anti-dsDNA Antibody plus others reflex tested on all positive screens.
- Required Consultations
- NONE
- Algorithms and Guidelines
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
No special requirement
- Criteria for Rejection
Please consult specimen stability guide
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 4 Laboratory (HSC only)
- Last Updated
- 26-Aug-19