Test Code Early Sjogren’s Syndrome Profile Early Sjogren’s Syndrome Profile *
Methodology
ELISA
Specimen Requirements
Serum: 2.0 mL
Red Top tube or Serum SST
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Performing Laboratory
IMMCO Diagnostics
We send to Mayo who then sends to IMMCO Diagnostics.
Shipping Requirements
Specimen Stability
Sample is stable at ambient temperature during shipment for 5 days. If sample is stored prior to shipment, it is stable refrigerated (2-8˚C) up to five days and frozen (-20˚C or lower) up to one year.
CPT Codes
83520 (x9)
TAT
Assay performed once every two weeks. Report availability is within two weeks from the time of specimen receipt.
Reference Range
Negative <20 EU/ml; Positive >20 EU/ml