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HelpTest Code F68KD 68kD (hsp-70) antibodies by Line Blot
Additional Codes
Anti-cochlear Ab
Heat Shock Protein 70
Heat Shock Protein
Reporting Name
68kD (hsp-70) antibodiesPerforming Laboratory
IMMCO Diagnostics, Inc.Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2.0 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 365 days | |
| Refrigerated | 5 days | ||
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Reference Values
Qualitative test - Positive or Negative
Day(s) Performed
Once per week
CPT Code Information
84182
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| F68KD | 68kD (hsp-70) antibodies | 43597-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0909 | 68kD (hsp-70) antibodies | 43597-4 |
Report Available
3 to 18 daysTest Classification
This test has been developed and performance parameters have been validated by IMMCO Diagnostics, Inc. This test has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA); however, US FDA approval is not required for clinical use. It is not intended that clinical diagnosis and patient management decisions be made using these results alone. This test has been validated using serum samples. The manufacturer has not determined the efficacy of this test when performed on CSF, plasma, joint or pleural fluid specimens. The performance characteristics of this test were determined by IMMCO Diagnostics Inc.Interpretation
Antibodies to inner ear antigen (68kDa) occur in approximately 70% of patients with autoimmune hearing loss. The antibody tests to this 68kDa antigen parallel with disease activity. In addition, a majority of patients positive for antibodies to 68kDa are responsive to corticosteroid treatment.(Hirose et al. The Laryngoscope. 109:1769-1999)
Method Name
Line Immunoassay