Desmoglein 1 and Desmoglein 3 (Pemphigus), IgG Antibodies
Test Code: 164122
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 83516 002
Synonym
Pemphigus Autoantibodies; Desmoglein 1 and 3 IgG
Specimen Type
Serum
Specimen Container
Gel-Barrier Tube, Red-Top Tube, or Serum Transfer Tube
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing).
Specimen Handling
If a tube other than a gel-barrier tube is used, transfer the separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Do not freeze the gel-barrier tube (pour off the serum first).
Unacceptable Conditions
Bacterial contamination, hemolysis, and lipemia.
Temperature
Room temperature
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Stability
Room Temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
TAT
2 - 5 days
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 164123 | Desmoglein 1 IgG | 94336-5 |
| 164124 | Desmoglein 3 IgG | 94337-3 |
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