SM MUS
Smooth Muscle Antibodies, Serum
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2398
Synonyms:
ASMA
Actin
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Plain red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. The specimen must arrive within 48 hours of collection.
2. If the arrival time will exceed 48 hours, send the specimen frozen in a plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
7 days
CPT Codes:
86015 - Actin Smooth Muscle Antibody Each (EAP 30014980)
Test Schedule:
Tuesday
Reference Ranges:
Negative:
< 20 units
Weak positive:
20 - 30 units
Moderate to strong positive:
> 30 units