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HelpTest Code SLE Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Panel
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold Top (SSTII)
Volume: 5.0mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge within 2 hours
Sample Stability
** Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH **
| Specimen Type: | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient: | Send the sample to the laboratory immediately. |
| Refrigerate: | 2 days |
| Frozen: | 8 days |
Reference Interval
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Days and Times Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, TAT 2-4 days
Methodology
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C3 COMPLEMENT
C4 COMPLEMENT
Anti-ds-DNA Antibody
Service Code
31045
Update
Last updated 26/02/2022
Unacceptable Condition
| Haemolysis | NA |
|---|---|
| Icterus | NA |
| Lipaemic | NA |
| Others | NA |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Diagnosis and management of SLE.
Panel Information
Profile includes the following tests:
- Complement 3 (C3)
- Complement 4 (C4)
- Anti-ds-DNA Antibody (ADNA)