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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3476 Myeloperoxidase Ab
Test Information
Semi-quantitative measurement of IgG antibodies directed to myeloperoxidase (MPO) in human serum as an aid in the clinical diagnosis of autoimmune vasculitis.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 0.2 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: N/ATransport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 2 hours
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient:2 days
Refrigerate: 21 days
Frozen: 21 days
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| MYELOPEROXIDASE ANTIBODY | 46266-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
72 Hours
CPT Code(s)
83516
Performing Lab Section
Special Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)