Hu Antibody with Reflex to Titer and Western Blot
Test Mnemonic
HUANT
CPT Codes
- 86255 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Quest SJC
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Ambient | Overnight fasting preferred |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Days Performed
Mon, Wed
Turnaround Time
2 - 8 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Immunofluorescence |
Reference Range
Special Info
Overnight fasting preferred.
Clinical Info
Paraneoplastic Syndrome involves non-metastatic systemic effects that accompany malignant disease. Antineuronal Nuclear Antibody (Anti-Hu) is found in 5-10% of patients with small cell carcinoma of the lung. Anti-Hu is associated with subacute syndrome of encephalomyeloradiculopathy, sensory neuropathy, and autoimmune neuropathy, predominantly affecting the gastrointestinal tract.