Dermatomyositis Panel
Test Mnemonic
DERMYO
CPT Codes
- 83516 - QTY (2)
- 84182 - QTY (4)
Includes
- Mi-2 (nuclear helicase protein) Antibody
- P155/140 Antibody
- SAE1 (SUMO activating enzyme) Antibody
- MDA5 (CADM-140) Antibody
- NXP-2 (Nuclear matrix protein-2) Ab
- TIF-1 gamma (155 kDa) Antibody
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated | Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection, then transfer serum to standard aliquot tube. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
8 - 19 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Immunoblot (IB), Qualitative | |
| Immunoprecipitation |
Special Info
Hemolyzed, hyperlipemic, or icteric specimens will be rejected. Heat-treated or contaminated specimens are unacceptable. This test is New York DOH approved.