Specimen Collection Manual and Test Catalog
PHOSPHOLIPASE A2 RECEPTOR ANTIBODIES, SERUM
Geisinger Epic Procedure Code: LAB1769 Geisinger Epic ID: 56508SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type:
Serum
Preferred collection container:
Alternate collection container:
6 mL red-top (plain, non-serum separator) tube
Specimen required:
1.5 mL serum; minimum 1 mL
SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Processing instructions:
Allow to clot. Centrifuge and aliquot.
Transport temperature:
Refrigerated.
Specimen stability:
Room temperature: 7 days. Refrigerated: 14 days. Frozen: 21 days.
Rejection criteria:
Gross hemolysis. Specimen exceeded stability.
TEST DETAILS
CPT code(s):
83520, 86255
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding. Any
questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.
Methodology:
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Immunofluorescence Assay
Immunofluorescence Assay
Synonyms:
Quest test code 93875, PLA2R
Clinical significance:
Distinguishing primary from secondary membranous nephropathy
Doctoral Director(s):
Review Date:
12/05/2024
Randin Nelson MD
Performing Locations