Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide IgG Antibody (CCP Ab)
Order Name
CCP AB
Test Number: 5570175
Revision Date 03/26/2018
Test Number: 5570175
Revision Date 03/26/2018
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
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Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide IgG Antibody (CCP Ab)
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Chemiluminescence Assay | 32218-0 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5) | Serum | Clot Activator SST | Frozen |
| Instructions | Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Stability: Room Temperature 8hrs, Refrigerated: 48hrs, Frozen: 30 days. Transport Frozen |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
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| Testing Schedule | Mon-Fri |
| Expected TAT | 1-3 Days |
| Clinical Use | CCP Ab is a useful new diagnostic marker for rheumatoid arthritis. |
| CPT Code(s) | 86200 |
| Service Provided By |  |
| Lab Section | Immunology - Serology |