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HelpTest Code SMABS / 15043-Q SMOOTH MUSCLE ANTIBODIES, SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | SMABS |
| EPIC | LAB10141 |
| Quest Laboratories | 15043 |
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics
Useful For
Diagnosing of autoimmune liver disease
Method Name
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reference Values
< 20 Units: Negative
>20 Units: Positive
Antibodies recognizing actin are the main component of smooth muscle antibodies associated with autoimmune liver disease. Actin antibodies are found in approximately 75% of patients with autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) type 1, approximately 65% of patients with autoimmune cholangitis, approximately 30% of patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, and approximately 2% of healthy people.
High values are closely correlated with AIH type 1.
Days and Times Test Performed
Tuesday through Saturday
Report Available
2 Days
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.25 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated in a plastic, screw-capped vial.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 30 Days
Refrigerated: 14 Days
Room Temp: 14 Days
Add On Capable
Contact Reference Lab – If add-on can never be done, report the test to the Administrative Analyst
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 83516 | Immunoassay for Analyte other than Infectious Agent Antibody or Infectious Antigen, Qualitative or Semiquantitative, Multiple Step Method |
Performing Laboratory Location
Quest Diagnostics
LOINC Code Information
44706-0
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube