Smooth Muscle Antibody Screen
Test Mnemonic
SMTHS
CPT Codes
- 86015 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
14252-1
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) |
Reference Range
Clinical Info
Anti-smooth muscle antibody test is used as an aid in diagnosis of autoimmune hepatitis. Low positive titers may occasionally be seen with primary biliary cirrhosis and viral hepatitides among others. Clinical correlation is required.