Ovarian Antibody Screen with Reflex to Titer, IFA
Test Mnemonic
OVARAN
CPT Codes
- 86255 - QTY (1)
Includes
- Anti-Ovary Antibody
Performing Laboratory
Quest SJC
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Refrigerated | Do not use serum separator tubes. Send using cold packs. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Days Performed
Wed
Turnaround Time
4 - 11 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Immunofluorescence |
Reference Range
| Ovarian Antibody | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| Negative; Ovarian antibody screen is at 1:5 dilution |
Special Info
If Ovarian Antibody Screen is positive, a titer will be performed at an additional cost. Grossly hemolyzed and grossly lipemic specimens will be rejected.
Clinical Info
Ovarian Antibody is found in patients with premature ovarian failure, Addison's disease, and polyendocrinopathy syndromes.