Test Information:
Anti-Scl-70 is an ELISA-based, automated, in-vitro test system for the quantitative determination of IgG antibodies against Scl-70 (DNA topoisomerase I) in human serum. This test is also useful in the differential diagnosis of Raynaud’s phenomenon. Autoantibodies against topoisomerase I are also a prognostic marker for the further development of systemic sclerosis.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8˚C
Stability: 5 days - Storage: – 20˚C
Stability: 6 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Specimen receiving CUT-OFF:
Daily, 1200H.
All specimen received beyond cut-off will be included in the next batch processing
Results Availability:
Following day at 1200H