- Test Name
- Anti-Smooth Muscle Antibody
- Aliases
- SMA; ASM; ACTIN; F-ACTIN
- Provincial Mnemonic
- SMOMAB
- LOINC Test Code
- 26971-2
- Description and Primary Use
- Investigation and diagnosis of active autoimmune hepatitis type 1 (high Sensitivity and Specificity).
- Reorder interval
- 180 Days
- TAT
- 7 Days; Max delay 21 Days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
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- Criteria for Rejection
Please consult specmen stability guide
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 4 Laboratory (HSC only)
- Last Updated
- 26-Aug-19