CYCLIC CITRULLINATED PEPTIDE (CCP) IgG Ab | |
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Test Code: 388 | Specimen Collection: Serum |
Component: CCP IgG Abs | Method: Multiplexed Bead Immunoassay |
Collection Notes: Avoid hemolyzed, icteric, lipemic or heat inactivated sera. | |
Clinical Utility: This test is useful in diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis. Measurements of anti-CCP may provide important information regarding severity and prognosis of the disease. | |
CPT Code: 86200 | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Ambient 7 Days Refrigerated 2 Months |