Western blot for anti-optic nerve autoantibodies in the serum
Reporting Name
Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WBFor NUH patients - use Epic to order (LAB3041938)
NUH service code - 37130
Mayo test code - FONS
Specimen Required
Submit only one of the following specimens:
Serum:
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 5 mL serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Plasma:
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). Spin down and send 5 mL EDTA plasma refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Complete and submit with specimen:
- Completed OHSU Ocular request form
- Clinical history
- Referring physician information (name & phone number)
-NOTE: Without this information, testing cannot be completed.
Secondary ID
75448Method Name
Western blot
Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
Hemolysis: | Mild reject; Gross reject |
Thawing: | Warm reject; Cold OK |
Reference Values
A final report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Batched
Report Available
16 to 35 daysPerforming Laboratory
Ocular Immunology Laboratory OHSUCPT Code Information
84181
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
FONS | Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB | Not Provided |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
FONS | Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB | Not Provided |
Special Instructions
Updated on 16/03/2022